Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion versus Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum .
Published on February 27, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe essences. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
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Ingredient Info
Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion 28 ingredients
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion 28 ingredients
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum 37 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion 28 ingredients
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum 37 ingredients
Water • Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water • Glycerin • Betula Alba Juice • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Propanediol • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Sodium PCA • Saccharum Officinarum Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Maltodextrin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Acer Saccharum Extract • Sodium Citrate • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Benzoate • Linalool • Limonene • Parfum
Water • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Glycerin • Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Betaine • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Saccharide Isomerate • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Xylitylglucoside • Sodium Hyaluronate • Xanthan Gum • Anhydroxylitol • Trehalose • Urea • Disodium EDTA • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Maltodextrin • Xylitol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • Adenosine • Pentylene Glycol • Serine • Citric Acid • Algin • Caprylyl Glycol • Disodium Phosphate • Glyceryl Polyacrylate • Pullulan • Potassium Phosphate • Limonene • Linalool • Citral • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract is an antioxidant.
Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Extract.
Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 10.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Ascorbyl Glucoside is a stable form of Vitamin C. It is created by combining glucose from starch.
When applied to skin, Ascorbyl Glucoside turns into Ascorbic Acid.
Ascorbyl Glucoside is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may damage skin cells.
It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl GlucosideLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 11.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 HydroxideLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 18.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum 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 EDTALumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 24.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 27.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumLumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.
Lumene Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
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Lumene Nordic-C Brightening Beauty Lotion 28 ingredients
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