Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant Versus AnteAGE® MD The Brightener
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 15 ingredients
AnteAGE® MD The Brightener 41 ingredients
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Prequel Skin Utility Ointment Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 15 ingredients
AnteAGE® MD The Brightener 41 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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Petrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
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Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Ozokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
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.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.
Antioxidant 4 Benefits May cause irritation
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
Brassica Campestris Sterols isn't fungal acne safe.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
Petrolatum 45%, Paraffinum Liquidum, Ozokerite, Dimethicone, Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Bisabolol, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Stearic Acid, Brassica Campestris Sterols, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hexyldecanol
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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
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Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
Tranexamic Acid is best used for treating hyperpigmentation, discoloration, and melasma. It can also help build a stronger skin barrier.
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Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is a form of Vitamin C.
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.
Acetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is a form of Vitamin C.
Dimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Polyacrylate-13 is a type of acrylate polymer. Acrylate polymers are commonly used as adhesives in cosmetics.
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Alpha-Arbutin is made from hydroquinone and glucose. It may also be derived from the fermentation of soybeans.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Acetyl Zingerone is an antioxidant from ginger. It is able to fight many types of free-radical damage.
Another popular name for this ingredient is Synovea HR. This ingredient is a skin lightener and antioxidant.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Ethyl Linoleate is a fragrance and isn't fungal acne safe.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
Antioxidant 4 Benefits May cause irritation
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
sh-Oligopeptide-1 is a peptide found naturally in our bodies. Peptides are the building blocks for collagen and elastin in our skin.
Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.
Mannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
This ingredient is derived from parts of the Italian honeysuckle plant. It has astringent, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.
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Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Cetearyl Phosphate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Squalane, Acetyl Glucosamine, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Alpha-Arbutin, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Zingerone, Hexylresorcinol, Bisabolol, Ethyl Linoleate, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Acetyl Cysteine, Tocopherol, Nonapeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-5, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-62, Sh-Polypeptide-3, Sh-Polypeptide-10, Sh-Polypeptide-14, Sh-Polypeptide-66, Sh-Polypeptide-67, Sh-Polypeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-58, Sh-Oligopeptide-33, Trehalose, Mannitol, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lonicera Caprifolium Extract, Lonicera Japonica Leaf Extract, Lactic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.
Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.
Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.
Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.
Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.
Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.
Learn more about BisabololTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
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