Purcell Pixcell Biom 2 Billion/mL Versus Purcell L-Glutathione Flexible Liposome
Updated on December 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Purcell Pixcell Biom 2 Billion/mL 5 ingredients
Purcell L-Glutathione Flexible Liposome 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Purcell Pixcell Biom 2 Billion/mL 5 ingredients
Purcell L-Glutathione Flexible Liposome 21 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Glutathione
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Cysteine
Antioxidant
Glycine
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Carnitine
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Cholesterol
Emollient
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glutathione, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Cysteine, Glycine, Tocopherol, Betaine, Panthenol, Carnitine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Xanthan Gum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene Glycol1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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.
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