This brightening serum is formulated around Niacinamide to brighten dull-looking skin and fade the look of dark spots.
This anti-aging night moisturizer is formulated around Retinol and Sodium DNA to soften the look of wrinkles and refine skin texture.
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientVinyldimethicone
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Brassica Campestris Sterols
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingArginine
Masking
Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrolyzed Sponge
Skin ConditioningPolyisobutene
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Myristyl Glucoside
CleansingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantOleic Acid
Emollient
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningSodium DNA
Skin Conditioning
Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, C14-22 Alcohols, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Vinyldimethicone, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Arginine, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Cholesterol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Polyisobutene, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Retinol, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Adenosine, Dextrin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyglutamic Acid, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Disodium EDTA, Ceramide NP, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Oleate, Myristyl Glucoside, Stearic Acid, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Oleic Acid, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Beta-Carotene, Sodium DNA
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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
Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid. This just means our bodies can product a bit on its own, but sometimes needs a little boost from food sources.
It is a part of your skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF), or the water-loving molecules in your outermost layer of skin (stratum corneum) that keeps everything hydrated and happy.
Here's an interesting thing about Arginine: your skin converts it into urea through the Krebs-Henseleit urea cycle. Urea is one of the most effective humectants your skin naturally produces.
A clinical study showed applying 2.5% arginine hydrochloride to atopic dermatitis skin showed significant urea levels in the stratum corneum and improved moisture in just four weeks.
Arginine is also a precursor to nitric oxide; nitric oxide improves microcirculation and supports wound healing and collagen synthesis.
One study found that an amino acid complex containing Arginine reduced skin irritation, improved hydration, and accelerated skin repair in clinical / in-vivo studies.
Arginine itself is an amino acid and not a fatty acid, oil, or ester. On its own, it's not a direct food source for Malassezia, or the yeast that causes fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about Niacinamide
