Panoxyl Blemish Aftercare Brightening Patch Versus Starface Hydro-Star + Recovery Pimple Patches
Updated on June 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Panoxyl Blemish Aftercare Brightening Patch 7 ingredients
Starface Hydro-Star + Recovery Pimple Patches 14 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
At a glance
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Panoxyl Blemish Aftercare Brightening Patch 7 ingredients
Starface Hydro-Star + Recovery Pimple Patches 14 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPolyisobutene
Hydrogenated Petroleum Resin
Styrene/Butadiene Copolymer
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Polyurethane-4
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cellulose Gum, Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Petroleum Resin, Styrene/Butadiene Copolymer, Paraffinum Liquidum, Polyurethane-4, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Retinol, Tranexamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumPolyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.
It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.
Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.
Learn more about PolyisobuteneTranexamic 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Panoxyl Blemish Aftercare Brightening Patch 7 ingredients
Starface Hydro-Star + Recovery Pimple Patches 14 ingredients
