Lacoco En Nature Dark Spot Essence Versus Somethinc Dark Spot Reducer Ampoule
Updated on January 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Lacoco En Nature Dark Spot Essence 17 ingredients
Somethinc Dark Spot Reducer Ampoule 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Lacoco En Nature Dark Spot Essence 17 ingredients
Somethinc Dark Spot Reducer Ampoule 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tetrasodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningWater, Propylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Tranexamic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycereth-26
HumectantMethyl Gluceth-10
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
C12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Tranexamoyl Dipeptide-23
Bleaching
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Methyl Gluceth-10, Pentylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Panthenol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, C12-14 Pareth-12, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Phytate, Tranexamoyl Dipeptide-23, Tocopherol, Oligopeptide-2
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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
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When to use
Lacoco En Nature Dark Spot Essence 17 ingredients
Somethinc Dark Spot Reducer Ampoule 21 ingredients
Reviews
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Lacoco En Nature Dark Spot Essence 17 ingredients
I had gut acne and seriously scarring my face with all the dark spots all over my cheeks and forehead, as far as ive taken care of my gut health and the gut acne reduced, i used this as my whole journey and definitely works on me cause i did stop using it for a year and dark spots showing everywhere and doesnt go away when i use different brand. Doesnt show any breakout although it may stings the Show more
