Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum versus Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream .
Published on November 01, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for oily skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum 8 ingredients
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not 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 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum 8 ingredients
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum 8 ingredients
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream 25 ingredients
Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Water • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Isododecane • Panthenol • Arginine • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Houttuynia Cordata Extract is more commonly known as Heart Leaf, Fish Mint, or Chameleon plant. It is an herb native to southeast Asia and used throughout the continent. It is used in traditional cooking and medicine.
The components found in Heart Leaf give it antioxidant, hydrating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Heart Leaf is rich in flavonoids such as quercetin, apigenin, and more. It also contains polysaccharides, the most common type of carbs in food.
Flavonoids have been shown to be effective antioxidants. They help neutralize free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are unstable molecules that may damage our skin cells and DNA. The flavonoids in Heart Leaf also help soothe the skin.
Polysaccharides are naturally found in our skin. They play a role in hydrating and repairing the top layer of skin. The polysaccharides in Heart Leaf help moisturize our skin.
Studies show decanoyl acetaldehyde, a component of Heart Leaf oil, is effective at killing bacteria.
The name 'Fish Mint' comes from the herb's natural fishy smell.
Learn more about Houttuynia Cordata ExtractMary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract comes from the Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae. This tea tree is native to Australia.
Tea Leaf extract contains antimicrobial and anti-acne properties.
Tea tree extract is fragrant and contains volatiles such as linalool and limonene. These fragrance and terpinen components can cause skin sensitivity.
Learn more about the benefits of Tea Tree Oil here.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf ExtractMary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineMary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolMary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
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Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum 8 ingredients
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream 25 ingredients
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Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum 8 ingredients
Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream 25 ingredients
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