MediCube Triple Collagen Glass Glow Serum Versus APRILSKIN Real Carrotene Blemish Clear Serum
Updated on July 31, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and 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, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
MediCube Triple Collagen Glass Glow Serum 26 ingredients
APRILSKIN Real Carrotene Blemish Clear Serum 30 ingredients
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MediCube Triple Collagen Glass Glow Serum 26 ingredients
APRILSKIN Real Carrotene Blemish Clear Serum 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPEG-12 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycereth-26
HumectantHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Trehalose
HumectantCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingStearyl Olivate
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, PEG-12 Dioleate, Alcohol, Niacinamide, Glycereth-26, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Soluble Collagen, Atelocollagen, Propanediol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Trehalose, Carbomer, Stearyl Olivate, Tromethamine, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sorbitan Olivate, Adenosine, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDaucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Propanediol
SolventCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Tromethamine
BufferingHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Extensin
Skin ConditioningTricholoma Matsutake Extract
Skin ConditioningRhododendron Chrysanthum Leaf Extract
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
CI 75130
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Propanediol, Carbomer, Sorbitan Olivate, Tromethamine, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Rhododendron Chrysanthum Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Centella Asiatica Extract, CI 75130
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
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 NiacinamidePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
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.
Learn more about PropanediolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateAdenosine 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.
Learn more about AdenosineHyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.
This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.
What makes hyaluronic acid so hydrating? It has the capacity to bind or hold large amounts of water.
Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.
Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing.
Hyaluronic acid can be irritating if the molecule has a low-molecular weight, or if the molecules are small.
One study found low-molecular weight hyaluronic acid to be pro-inflammatory, meaning some people may experience irritation. This is because our bodies use hyaluronic acid in the wound-healing process to signal to our bodies, via irritation, that something needs healing.
The same study found high-molecular weight hyaluronic acid to be anti-inflammatory.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidSodium 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 HyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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MediCube Triple Collagen Glass Glow Serum 26 ingredients
APRILSKIN Real Carrotene Blemish Clear Serum 30 ingredients
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MediCube Triple Collagen Glass Glow Serum 26 ingredients
APRILSKIN Real Carrotene Blemish Clear Serum 30 ingredients
Doesn't work for acne. Not worth it.
