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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule versus daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum .

Published on June 27, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Ampoule South Korean Brand South Korea
Serum South Korean Brand South Korea

Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Starts at $19.98
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Starts at $18.49

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (3)
Peptides (11)

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerinButylene GlycolDiglycerin1,2-HexanediolNiacinamideAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerArgininePolyglyceryl-10 LaurateAdenosineDisodium EDTASodium HyaluronatePolyquaternium-51BakuchiolCarapa Guaianensis Seed OilXylitylglucosideLilium Candidum Callus Culture ExtractAnhydroxylitolXylitol Diospyros Kaki Leaf ExtractVitis Vinifera Seed ExtractHydrolyzed CollagenCoffea Arabica Seed ExtractCarthamus Tinctorius Flower ExtractPolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractCastanea Crenata Shell ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractGlucoseCentella Asiatica Root ExtractAronia Melanocarpa Fruit ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractCentella Asiatica Leaf ExtractResveratrolPinus Palustris Leaf ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractPueraria Lobata Root ExtractOenothera Biennis Flower ExtractSaccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea FermentHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidGlycerin Methyl EtherHexapeptide-9Nonapeptide-1Copper Tripeptide-1Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateTripeptide-1Palmitoyl OligopeptidePalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2MadecassosideAsiaticosideParfumCI 17200

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene 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.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.

daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 6.

daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

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.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

Learn more about Niacinamide

MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

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MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 11.

daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

5
What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived antioxidant (it's vegan!). It is often called the replacement for retinol although it is not part of the same family.

It has similar effects as retinol: skin smoothing, reducing discoloration, and preventing wrinkles. It does not cause as much irritation as traditional retinoids.

Bakuchiol works by breaking down free radicals and stimulating collagen production in skin.

Combining bakuchiol with retinol will not have adverse side effects. Studies show using them will just boost the benefits. Bakuchiol is also found to help stabilize retinol.

While bakuchiol does not make the skin more sun sensitive, we recommend wearing SPF on a daily basis.

Read more about traditional retinol

Learn more about Bakuchiol

MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 15.

daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

6
What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

MEDI-PEEL Bakuchiol Miracle Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 33.

daymellow Galactomy Bakuchiol Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

69% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
7% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
61% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
17% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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