Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb versus Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher .
Published on June 02, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb 60 ingredients
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher 54 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb 60 ingredients
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher 54 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb 60 ingredients
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher 54 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Silica • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Polysilicone-11 • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil • Salvia Sclarea Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract • Limonene • Linalool • Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract • Castanea Sativa Seed Extract • Salicylic Acid • Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract • Molasses Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Bambusa Vulgaris Extract • Pisum Sativum Extract • Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract • Laminaria Digitata Extract • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caffeine • Urea • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Arginine • Beeswax • Sodium Hyaluronate • Phospholipids • Peg-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium PCA • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Glucosamine Hcl • Sodium Phytate • Hexylene Glycol • Laureth-12 • Trehalose • Polyquaternium-51 • Tromethamine • Silica Silylate • Carbomer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Potassium Sorbate • Chlorphenesin • Phenoxyethanol • Mica • CI 77499 • CI 77891
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Polysilicone-11 • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Lactate • Morus Nigra Root Extract • Yeast Extract • Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract • Castanea Sativa Seed Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Extract • Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder • Caffeine • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Coriandrum Sativum Oil • Citrus Grandis • Cholesterol • Glycerin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Squalane • Polyethylene • Isopentyldiol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Isohexadecane • Polysorbate 20 • Pantethine • Methyldihydrojasmonate • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Polysorbate 80 • Peg-8 • Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal • Phospholipids • Palmitoyl Oligopeptide • Butylene Glycol • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Disodium Succinoyl Glycyrrhetinate • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Chlorphenesin • Phenoxyethanol • Limonene • Linalool • CI 77491 • Mica • CI 77891
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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.
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!
Learn more about WaterOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 1.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 1.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 2.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 43.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 5.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 6.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 26.
We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 8.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 4.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 16.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 50.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 17.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 51.
We don't have a description for Castanea Sativa Seed Extract.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 20.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 13.
We don't have a description for Laminaria Saccharina Extract.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 24.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 19.
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.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 30.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 27.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.
Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 31.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 18.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 36.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 22.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 37.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 41.
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a form of Vitamin C and is an antioxidant. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.
MAP is created by combining ascorbic acid with magnesium salt. While MAP more gentle on the skin than ascorbic acid, it is thought to be less easily-absorbed into the skin.
Due to MAP's stability up to a pH level of 7, it is more stable to air and sunlight exposure than ascorbic acid. The best pH range for MAP is between 5 and 6.
Like other forms of Vitamin C, MAP has been shown to help reduce hyperpigmentation and simulate collagen production.
As an antioxidant, it helps protect your skin against the signs of aging.
Learn more about Magnesium Ascorbyl PhosphateOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 43.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 44.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 53.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 37.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 54.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 20.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 56.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 48.
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.
Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 57.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 49.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaOrigins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 58.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 53.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb contains this as ingredient number 60.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 54.
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Origins Original Skin™ Renewal Serum with Willowherb 60 ingredients
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I've been using Idealist since it first came out in 2000, and have loved it ever since. They've discontinued just this year, and I'm now desperate...
I've been using Idealist since it first came out in 2000, and have loved it ever since. They've discontinued just this year, and I'm now desperate for any stock left, or for EL to bring it back...
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