Oasea Oceanus Squalane + Tranexamic Spot Correcting Face Oil Serum Versus Minimalist Tranexamic 03%
Updated on November 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Oasea Oceanus Squalane + Tranexamic Spot Correcting Face Oil Serum 24 ingredients
Minimalist Tranexamic 03% 20 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Oasea Oceanus Squalane + Tranexamic Spot Correcting Face Oil Serum 24 ingredients
Minimalist Tranexamic 03% 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTriheptanoin
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentLecithin
Emollient
Lysolecithin
EmulsifyingEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTranexamic Acid
Astringent
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingBisabolol
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhytic Acid
Water, Triheptanoin, C13-15 Alkane, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cyclodextrin, Lecithin, Lysolecithin, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Tranexamic Acid, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phytic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventMandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningHydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPullulan
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Water, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Mandelic Acid, Ethoxydiglycol, Pentylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Phenoxyethanol, Sclerotium Gum, Pullulan, Ethylhexylglycerin, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in the cell membranes of plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of phospholipids.
This ingredient has emollient and emulsifying properties.
As an emollient, lecithen helps soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can also help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin.
This is because the phospholipids in lecithin produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Depending on the source of this ingredient, lecithin may not be fungal acne safe. This is because some sources of lecithin come from soybean oil, which may feed the malassezia yeast that feeds fungal acne.
We recommend reaching out to the brand you are purchasing from to inquire about the source of their lecithin.
Some other names for this ingredient include soy lecithin and deoiled soy lecithin.
Learn more about LecithinTranexamic Acid is best used for treating hyperpigmentation, discoloration, and melasma. It can also help build a stronger skin barrier.
Once applied, Tranexamic Acid starts decreasing inflammation from UV exposure. Tranexamic Acid also prevents our skin cells from meeting the pigment production cells.
Its brightening property makes it great at reducing the appearance of acne scars and marks.
Fun fact: Tranexamic Acid is also a medication used to reduce heavy bleeding.
This acid is derived from lysine, an amino acid.
Learn more about Tranexamic 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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Oasea Oceanus Squalane + Tranexamic Spot Correcting Face Oil Serum 24 ingredients
Minimalist Tranexamic 03% 20 ingredients
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