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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum versus FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum .

Published on October 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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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.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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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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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Concerns

Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

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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NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer 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.

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NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide.

NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

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NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does:

Acid Red 33 is a synthetic dye.

NourishMax Ethereal Glow Selfie Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.

FARSALI Unicorn Essence Antioxidant Primer Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

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

25% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
29% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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