Quench Botanics Mama Cica Dark Spot Correcting Ampoule Versus Minimalist Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid 1%
Updated on June 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
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, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Quench Botanics Mama Cica Dark Spot Correcting Ampoule 20 ingredients
Minimalist Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid 1% 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Quench Botanics Mama Cica Dark Spot Correcting Ampoule 20 ingredients
Minimalist Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid 1% 15 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaramel
Cosmetic ColorantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trehalose, Glycereth-26, Arginine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Propanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Caramel, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
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When to use
Quench Botanics Mama Cica Dark Spot Correcting Ampoule 20 ingredients
Minimalist Alpha Arbutin 2% + Hyaluronic Acid 1% 15 ingredients
