Medik8 Calmwise Serum Versus Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 Calmwise Serum versus Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum .

Published on August 01, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

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Medik8 Calmwise Serum

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum

Serum British Brand United Kingdom

Serum

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

Serum

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

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Ingredient Info

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Medik8 Calmwise Serum 7 ingredients

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients

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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Medik8 Calmwise Serum 7 ingredients

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating

Brightening

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating

Redness Reducing

Skin Texture

Anti-Aging

Dark Spots

Brightening

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Ingredients Compared

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

Medik8 Calmwise Serum 7 ingredients

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Tocopheryl Acetate • Teprenone • Salvia Officinalis Extract

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer • Limonene • Citral • Linalool • Geraniol

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Ingredients Explained

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Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.

Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.

Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.

It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.

Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.

Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.

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Medik8 Calmwise Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Cyclopentasiloxane

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

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Medik8 Calmwise Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

Cyclohexasiloxane

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.

Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.

As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.

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Medik8 Calmwise Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Tocopheryl Acetate

What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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Medik8 Calmwise Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

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