Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening & Exfoliating Polish Versus Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic
Updated on October 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening & Exfoliating Polish 22 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening & Exfoliating Polish 22 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Oleth-20
CleansingWater
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Silica Cetyl Silylate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Lysate Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Propanediol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Se, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Hydrated Silica, Oleth-20, Water, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Silica Cetyl Silylate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Ferulic Acid, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Tocopherol, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlycereth-26
HumectantSalicylic Acid
Masking
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventCyclodextrin
AbsorbentAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantLecithin
EmollientOryza Sativa Lees Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPullulan
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Buteth-3
SolventHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberTributyl Citrate
SolventPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Propanediol, Glycereth-26, Salicylic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Cyclodextrin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Lecithin, Oryza Sativa Lees Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sclerotium Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pullulan, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Phenoxyethanol, Buteth-3, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Tributyl Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Silica, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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 WaterPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening & Exfoliating Polish 22 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
Reviews
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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening & Exfoliating Polish 22 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
This is a BHA toner with a 5.5ph. Hard to find a formulation like that anywhere else. This makes it easier on people like me who have dry skin
