Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate versus Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate .
Published on April 20, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and oils
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate 34 ingredients
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate 26 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate 34 ingredients
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate 34 ingredients
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate 26 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Peg-20 • Squalane • Dimethicone • Alcohol Denat. • Octyldodecanol • Cyclohexasiloxane • Lauroyl Lysine • Carbomer • Phenoxyethanol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Pentylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Polysilicone-11 • Yeast Extract • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Pvp • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Adenosine • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Serum Protein • Citronellol • Geraniol • Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil • Linalool • Citral • Limonene
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Sodium Citrate • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract • Saccharum Officinarum Extract • Glycerin • Propanediol • Phytic Acid • Carrageenan • Phenoxyethanol • Olea Europaea Fruit Water • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Disodium EDTA • Acer Saccharum Extract • Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Adenosine • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Sodium Benzoate • Ascorbyl Glucoside
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterKiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 1.
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 1.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 8.
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 2.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 13.
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 14.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineKiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 24.
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 22.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAKiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 26.
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 17.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideKiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 27.
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 7.
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Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate 34 ingredients
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate 26 ingredients
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Kiehl's Precision Lifting & Pore-Tightening Concentrate 34 ingredients
Kiehl's Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate 26 ingredients
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