Knours Balancing 5xHA + Gromwell Root Bubble Burst Serum Versus Knours Pore Control Resurfacing Exfoliation Pad
Updated on October 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Knours Balancing 5xHA + Gromwell Root Bubble Burst Serum 37 ingredients
Knours Pore Control Resurfacing Exfoliation Pad 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Knours Balancing 5xHA + Gromwell Root Bubble Burst Serum 37 ingredients
Knours Pore Control Resurfacing Exfoliation Pad 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Isononyl Isononanoate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRetinal
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingBetaine
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAgar
MaskingEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Trehalose
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVitex Agnus-Castus Extract
AstringentCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAgastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningPassiflora Incarnata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Extract
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Retinal, Tromethamine, Betaine, Adenosine, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Agar, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Trehalose, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Xanthan Gum, Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Poria Cocos Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
Emulsifying
Zea Mays Kernel Extract
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Alaria Esculenta Extract
Skin ProtectingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract
Skin ConditioningFructan
Skin ConditioningCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Glucose
Humectant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Citrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Citric Acid, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Zea Mays Kernel Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Panthenol, Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract, Fructan, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Glucose
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolWater. 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!
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