Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum Versus Versed Advanced Restoring Serum

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum versus Versed Advanced Restoring Serum .

Published on December 09, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum

Serum South Korean Brand

Serum American Brand United States

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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Ingredient Info

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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum 26 ingredients

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum 39 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum 26 ingredients

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum 39 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing (3)

Reduces Irritation

Skin Texture

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging (3)

Dark Spots (3)

Scar Healing (2)

Acne Fighting

Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Acne Trigger

Irritating

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)

Redness Reducing (3)

Reduces Irritation (3)

Skin Texture

Anti-Aging (3)

Dark Spots (2)

Scar Healing

Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Irritating

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum 26 ingredients

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum 39 ingredients

Water • Glycerin • Propanediol • Dipropylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Niacinamide • Squalane • Oryza Sativa Extract • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Carbomer • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Tromethamine • Cetearyl Alcohol • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Santalum Album Oil • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Disodium EDTA • Beta-Glucan • Madecassoside • Dextrin • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Natto Gum • Tocopherol

Water • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Propanediol • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Ethylhexyl Olivate • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Diheptyl Succinate • Arachidyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract • Phloretin • Ferulic Acid • Pullulan • Sea Water • Squalane • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Behenyl Alcohol • Citric Acid • Arachidyl Glucoside • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Citrate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Panthenol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • T-Butyl Alcohol • Sorbitan Isostearate • Glucose • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77499

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Water

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Propanediol

What it does: Solvent

Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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.

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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Squalane

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

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".

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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

Ethylhexylglycerin

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.

Tocopherol

What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

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.

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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Primera Black Seed Cold-Brew Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.

Versed Advanced Restoring Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

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