My Scheming BB Amino Mandelic Acid 10% Serum Versus My Scheming BB Amino Niacinamide 10% + Algae Serum
Updated on November 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and fungal acne (malassezia) safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
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, fragrances, oils, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
My Scheming BB Amino Mandelic Acid 10% Serum 15 ingredients
My Scheming BB Amino Niacinamide 10% + Algae Serum 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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My Scheming BB Amino Mandelic Acid 10% Serum 15 ingredients
My Scheming BB Amino Niacinamide 10% + Algae Serum 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningMandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Carbonate
BufferingTripleurospermum Maritimum Extract
Skin ProtectingSorbic Acid
Preservative
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xylitol
Humectant
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Siloxanetriol Alginate
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Methylparaben
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Phenoxyethanol, Xylitol, Glycosyl Trehalose, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Caffeine, Glucose, Siloxanetriol Alginate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Methylparaben, Sorbic Acid, Propylparaben, Polyglutamic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Sorbic Acid is a natural antibiotic and highly effective at preventing the growth of fungus. It is less effective against bacteria.
Potassium Sorbate, another commonly-used preservative, is the potassium salt of Sorbic Acid.
Sorbic Acid may worsen eczema. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Learn more about Sorbic 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. Stay hydrated!
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