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Make p:rem Poncirus Trifoliata C Dark Spot Serum Versus Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Serum Ascorbic Acid 15%

Serum
Serum
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on November 28, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin C

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Poncirus Trifoliata C Dark Spot Serum

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

It’s often used to:

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.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 
Skin Conditioning

Panthenol 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.

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Antioxidant, Bleaching, Skin Conditioning

Arbutin is derived from the bearberry plant. It helps even out skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation.

This ingredient has the ability to block tyrosinase, an enzyme that starts the process of skin darkening. When applied to the skin, arbutin works at a slow pace. This can make it less irritating than similar ingredients.

Kojic Acid is a similar ingredient.

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When to use

4 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
100% use every day
64 Routines
81% use in am
19% use in pm
95% use every day
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Reviews

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Make p:rem Poncirus Trifoliata C Dark Spot Serum 34 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating

Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Serum Ascorbic Acid 15% 14 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 1 rating
Doesn't Work (1)
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Luta

1 month ago
Review

Didn't see any changes on my dark spots and it doesn't absorbs into skin really well either :( even when 2 hours pass i still have a sticky feeling on my face

#doesn't work