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Regimen Lab Level Serum Versus DR's Secret Aqua Boost Serum 10

Serum

Facial Treatment

Canadian Brand

Singaporean Brand

Updated on May 05, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

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Ingredient Info

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Regimen Lab Level Serum 24 ingredients

DR's Secret Aqua Boost Serum 10 33 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Regimen Lab Level Serum 24 ingredients

DR's Secret Aqua Boost Serum 10 33 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Level Serum

Water

Propanediol

Niacinamide

Betaine

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Tranexamic Acid

Acetyl Glucosamine

Alpha-Arbutin

Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine

Skin Conditioning

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Bleaching

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Humectant

Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane

Antioxidant

Hexylresorcinol

Antimicrobial

Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol

Xanthan Gum

Lecithin

Sclerotium Gum

Pullulan

Disodium EDTA

Sodium Hydroxide

Chlorphenesin

Caprylyl Glycol

Phenoxyethanol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Aqua Boost Serum 10

Water

Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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Propanediol

Solvent

Glycerin

Humectant

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1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Betaine

Humectant

Trehalose

Humectant

Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate

Skin Conditioning

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning

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Arginine

Masking

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Carbomer

Caprylyl Glycol

Allantoin

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Masking

Disodium EDTA

Lactobacillus Ferment

Skin Conditioning

Diethoxyethyl Succinate

Solvent

Beta-Glucan

Skin Conditioning

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Astringent

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Humectant

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Humectant

Potassium Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Linalool

Perfuming

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Betaine

Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.

This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.

Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.

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Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Disodium EDTA

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.

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Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

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

Solvent

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.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Xanthan 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.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum