Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum versus Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum .
Published on October 03, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum 32 ingredients
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum 34 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum 32 ingredients
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum 34 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum 32 ingredients
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum 34 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glyceryl Oleate Citrate • Squalane • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Sr-Hydrozoan Polypeptide-1 • Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract • Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Arnica Montana Flower Extract • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Sodium Hyaluronate • Lecithin • Pullulan • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Silica • Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside • Xanthan Gum • Sclerotium Gum • Cetearyl Alcohol • Maltodextrin • Glucose • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Cetearyl Olivate • Glyceryl Stearate • Sorbitan Olivate • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Althaea Officinalis Leaf Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Persea Gratissima Oil • Squalane • Tocopherol • Propanediol • Betaine • Erythritol • Ethylhexyl Olivate • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Cetyl Alcohol • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Citric Acid • Sodium Gluconate • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterPacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinPacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualanePacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuicePacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters isn't fungal acne safe.
Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumPacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoatePacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Pacifica Vegan Collagen Complex Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.
Pacifica Vegan Ceramide Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
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