La Roche-Posay Glycolic B5 Serum Exfoliating Concentrate Versus Vichy Liftactiv Peptide-C Ampoule Serum
This brightening serum is formulated around Glycolic Acid and Tranexamic Acid to fade the look of dark spots and refine skin texture.
This anti-aging ampoule is formulated around Ascorbic Acid to soften the look of wrinkles and brighten dull-looking skin.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
No concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Kojic Acid
Antioxidant
C12-13 Alkyl Lactate
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
ChelatingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Disodium EDTA
Chelating
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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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