Nuuha Beauty 4X Brightening Complex Advanced Glow Serum Versus Muuka Luminous Potion
Updated on December 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Nuuha Beauty 4X Brightening Complex Advanced Glow Serum 31 ingredients
Muuka Luminous Potion 17 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Nuuha Beauty 4X Brightening Complex Advanced Glow Serum 31 ingredients
Muuka Luminous Potion 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventArginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract
TonicPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
4-Butylresorcinol
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEcklonia Cava Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Arbutin, Acetyl Glucosamine, Propanediol, Arginine, Carbomer, Pentylene Glycol, Allantoin, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Disodium EDTA, 4-Butylresorcinol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Tocopheryl Acetate, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside
Water
Skin ConditioningTranexamoyl Dipeptide-23
Bleaching
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
MaskingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Water, Tranexamoyl Dipeptide-23, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine, Allantoin, Sodium Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamidePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolAcetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is an amino acid sugar and is naturally found in our skin.
The cool thing about this ingredient? It helps the skin produce hyaluronic acid and boost hydration. It also has antioxidant benefits to protect skin cells.
When paired with niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine has been shown to be effective at reducing discoloration.
Learn more about Acetyl GlucosamineAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinDipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateCaprylyl 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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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