This pore-care serum is formulated around Niacinamide and Lactic Acid to refine the look of pores and refine skin texture.
This pore-care serum is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Sarcosine to refine the look of pores and clear breakouts.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tromethamine
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Dimethicone
Emollient
Gluconolactone
Chelating
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
C12-14 Alketh-12
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dextrin
AbsorbentGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Phosphate
BufferingCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningStellaria Media Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Acetyl Glutamine
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Skin Conditioning
Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Acetyl Octapeptide-3
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10
Skin Conditioning
Folic Acid
Skin ConditioningCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-3
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Lactic Acid, Dimethicone, Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Lecithin, C12-14 Alketh-12, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Butylene Glycol, Dextrin, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Trisodium Phosphate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract, Stellaria Media Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbitan Laurate, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 80, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Glutamine, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Tocopherol, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10, Folic Acid, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-3, Oligopeptide-2, Oligopeptide-1, Hexapeptide-11
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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.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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