Pure Heals Centella 90 Ampoule Versus BRTC Centella Cica Derm
Updated on April 02, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Pure Heals Centella 90 Ampoule 41 ingredients
BRTC Centella Cica Derm 41 ingredients
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Pure Heals Centella 90 Ampoule 41 ingredients
BRTC Centella Cica Derm 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningBoswellia Serrata Resin Extract
Smoothing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCitrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Propanediol
SolventAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientBacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningBorago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract, Butylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Niacinamide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Water, Benzyl Alcohol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Propolis Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Propanediol, Adenosine, Pentylene Glycol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Limonene, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Phytosterols, Lecithin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceramide 3
Centella Asiatica Extract 54.97%
Cleansing
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Vinyldimethicone
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Spirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
Humectant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Lysate Extract
HumectantLeontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract
Antioxidant
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Extract 54.97%, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Hydroxyacetophenone, Vinyldimethicone, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Adenosine, Butylene Glycol, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideWater. 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 Water1,2-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
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAAdenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.
In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.
In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung issues and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractSqualane 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.
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