Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Monroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% versus Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum .
Published on January 10, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Monroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% 21 ingredients
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum 39 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Monroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% 21 ingredients
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum 39 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Monroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% 21 ingredients
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum 39 ingredients
Water • Glycolic Acid • Hydroxypropylcellulose • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Calendula Officinalis Extract • Polysorbate 20 • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Xanthan Gum • Tocopherol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Decylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Limonene • Linalool
Collagen • Water • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Polysilicone-11 • Glycerin • Caffeine • Squalane • Soluble Collagen • Collagen Amino Acids • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2 • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydroxyproline • Sodium Citrate • Citric Acid • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer • Hydroxystearic Acid • Magnesium Chloride • Polysorbate 20 • Polysorbate 80 • Sodium Hydroxide • Sorbitan Isostearate • Decyl Glucoside • Lauryl Glucoside • Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Disodium EDTA • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Isohexadecane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77015
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 1.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 5.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Monroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 7.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 11.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 13.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Monroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 14.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 16.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 17.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 18.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateMonroe Skincare Glycolic Serum 7% contains this as ingredient number 19.
Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
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