KENE Genwhite Spot & Radiance Corrective Serum Versus The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12%
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin, reducing pores and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
KENE Genwhite Spot & Radiance Corrective Serum 52 ingredients
The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% 12 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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KENE Genwhite Spot & Radiance Corrective Serum 52 ingredients
The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% 12 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Propanediol
SolventCetearyl Olivate
Glycerin
Humectant
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
4-Butylresorcinol
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid
Skin ConditioningResveratrol
Antioxidant
Anhydroxylitol
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xylitol
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Glucose
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Disodium EDTA
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSodium PCA
HumectantDiglucosyl Gallic Acid
Sorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Serine
MaskingCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Glycine
Buffering
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Tetrapeptide-21
Skin Conditioning
Glutamic Acid
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingNonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Alanine
MaskingArginine
Masking
Lysine
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine, Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Propanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Glycerin, Sorbitan Olivate, Xylitylglucoside, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, 4-Butylresorcinol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Resveratrol, Anhydroxylitol, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Xylitol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ectoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Betaine, Glucose, Allantoin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium PCA, Diglucosyl Gallic Acid, Sorbitol, Sodium Phosphate, Ceramide NP, Serine, Ceramide AP, Glycine, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Tetrapeptide-21, Glutamic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Nonapeptide-1, Alanine, Arginine, Lysine, Threonine, Proline, Ceramide EOP
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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KENE Genwhite Spot & Radiance Corrective Serum 52 ingredients
The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% 12 ingredients
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KENE Genwhite Spot & Radiance Corrective Serum 52 ingredients
The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% 12 ingredients
Great starter Vit C product. Would highly recommend for beginners as it's a derivative and not direct -> less irritation and interactions with other acids. Repurchased multiple times.
