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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Theramid C-Tetra E.F. versus COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum .

Last updated on March 07, 2024. Published on November 23, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates

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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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Theramid C-Tetra E.F. 21 ingredients

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum 34 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
ph level
4

At a glance

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Theramid C-Tetra E.F. 21 ingredients

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum 34 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C (3)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (3)
Skin Texture (3)
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Theramid C-Tetra E.F. contains this as ingredient number 1.

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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 Propanediol

Theramid C-Tetra E.F. contains this as ingredient number 3.

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

Theramid C-Tetra E.F. 21 ingredients

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum 34 ingredients

38% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
59% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet

Usage

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When to use

Theramid C-Tetra E.F. 21 ingredients

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum 34 ingredients

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Theramid C-Tetra E.F. 21 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Light Scent (1) Works Well (1)
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rodney

2 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

nice light texture + light smell but goes away fast

COSRX The Vitamin C 23 Serum 34 ingredients

3.3 /5
from 7 ratings
Strong Scent (2) Doesn't Work (1) Expensive (1) Absorbs Well (1) Sticky (1) Works Well (1)
laila.21's avatar

laila.21

4 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

I didn't like the consistency of this serum at all.
It felt like I was putting oil to my face, but since I always use the whole product to see...

I didn't like the consistency of this serum at all.
It felt like I was putting oil to my face, but since I always use the whole product to see results this did nothing to me other than feeling uncomfortable.

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ChienYun_CY

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Cured my acne scars
I had mix feelings when I first bought this as I read that the smell can be off-putting. But I am glad I bought it. My acne...

Cured my acne scars
I had mix feelings when I first bought this as I read that the smell can be off-putting. But I am glad I bought it. My acne scars faded a lot more after 3 days of using it and saw great results in one week. It also didn't break me out despite containing alcohols and oils. It does sting a little on the first application but doesn't irritate my skin. The smell can be quite strong when you first spread it on, but it slowly goes away after awhile.

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