My Scheming BB Amino Argireline Peptide 10% Serum Versus Elemis Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Serum
Updated on July 16, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
My Scheming BB Amino Argireline Peptide 10% Serum 26 ingredients
Elemis Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Serum 27 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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My Scheming BB Amino Argireline Peptide 10% Serum 26 ingredients
Elemis Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Serum 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pullulan
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingHarungana Madagascariensis Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sorbitan Caprylate
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingWater, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Methyl Gluceth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Allantoin, Betaine, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Harungana Madagascariensis Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sorbitan Caprylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Glucose, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Sodium Phosphate
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylsilanol Mannuronate
Skin ConditioningPEG-8
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Galactoarabinan
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Disodium EDTA
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
Skin ConditioningRhodochrosite Extract
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSorbic Acid
Preservative
Argania Spinosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCollagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingRosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingWater, Methylsilanol Mannuronate, PEG-8, Glycerin, Galactoarabinan, Sodium PCA, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Rhodochrosite Extract, Parfum, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Kaolin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbic Acid, Argania Spinosa Leaf Extract, Collagen Amino Acids, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is is derived from colloidal oatmeal. Besides being a healthy breakfast, oats have many benefits in skincare too.
This ingredient helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin. The starches in colloidal oatmeal are able to bind water, keeping the skin hydrated.
The cellulose and fiber in colloidal oatmeal help reduce inflammation. This can also help the skin feel softer.
Colloidal Oatmeal is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect our skin from free-radical damage.
Oatmeal also contains beneficial compounds:
This ingredient is created by mixing grounded oatmeal and a liquid base.
Learn more about Avena Sativa Kernel ExtractChondrus Crispus Extract comes from a red algae native to the northern Atlantic coasts of Europe and North America. It helps hydrate the skin and is rich in antioxidants.
The antioxidants in chondrus crispus include lutein and zeaxanthin. Lutein has the ability to filter blue light from screens.
Other contents of chondrus crispus include polysaccharides, peptides, and amino acids. These help hydrate the skin.
What's the difference between algae and seaweed?
Algae is a broad term that includes seaweed. Not all algae is seaweed.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
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 GlycerinHydrolyzed 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 AcidHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
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