L'Oreal Glycolic Bright Sérum - Brazil Versus Principia Serum Facial AG-10
Updated on November 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, 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 oils or parabens
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Glycolic Bright Sérum 34 ingredients
Principia Serum Facial AG-10 20 ingredients
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L'Oreal Glycolic Bright Sérum 34 ingredients
Principia Serum Facial AG-10 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
BufferingCaffeine
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingLinalool
Perfuming
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine
Skin ConditioningSodium Thiosulfate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Poloxamer 338
EmulsifyingLimonene
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Citronellol
Perfuming
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMenthoxypropanediol
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Water, Caprylyl Methicone, Niacinamide, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Caffeine, Potassium Hydroxide, Linalool, Glycolic Acid, 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine, Sodium Thiosulfate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Poloxamer 338, Limonene, Tocopherol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Citronellol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Xanthan Gum, Menthoxypropanediol, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer, CI 17200, CI 42090, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Betaine
Humectant
Sodium PCA
HumectantSodium Lactate
BufferingPCA
HumectantSerine
MaskingAlanine
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Glutamic Acid
HumectantLysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Threonine
Arginine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIngredients 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 WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Xanthan 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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