Updated on August 24, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
MediFlower Mugwort Ampoule 22 ingredients
Iope Stem III Ampoule 23 ingredients
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MediFlower Mugwort Ampoule 22 ingredients
Iope Stem III Ampoule 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
PPG-2-Deceth-12
EmulsifyingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArtemisia Capillaris Extract
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Propanediol
SolventPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment
HumectantBifida Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningLactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arginine, PPG-2-Deceth-12, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Propanediol, Polyglutamic Acid, Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Glyceryl Caprylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Sorbitol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMethyl Gluceth-20
HumectantDimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingCholesterol
Emollient
Mannitol
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningCrithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate
Skin ProtectingAcetyl Tetrapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol, Sorbitol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methyl Gluceth-20, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Cholesterol, Mannitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Beta-Glucan, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Tocopherol
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 WaterEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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.
Learn more about AdenosinePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 Propanediol1,2-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
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