Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Remedy For Dark Spots versus Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit .
Last updated on April 05, 2024. Published on April 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, retinoid and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Eye Moisturizer
Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.
Ingredient Info
Remedy For Dark Spots 38 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit 42 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Remedy For Dark Spots 38 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit 42 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Remedy For Dark Spots 38 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit 42 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Niacinamide 5% • Squalane • Cetearyl Olivate • Dimethicone • Mandelic Acid • Tranexamic Acid 3% • Sorbitan Olivate • Glutathione • Retinol 0.1% • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Kojic Dipalmitate 1% • Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract 1% • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Acetyl Glucosamine • Ceramide NP • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Propanediol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Isohexadecane • Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Pentylene Glycol • Polysorbate 60 • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Cetyl Palmitate • Laureth-23 • Trideceth-6 Phosphate • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Benzoate
Ethylhexyl Stearate • Kojic Dipalmitate • Niacinamide • Alpha-Arbutin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Octadecenedioic Acid • Dimethicone • Caffeine • Glyceryl Stearate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Steareth-21 • Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Acetyl Glucosamine • Ceteareth-12 • Ceteareth-20 • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butylene Glycol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Polyacrylamide • Ceteth-10 Phosphate • Dicetyl Phosphate • Cetyl Palmitate • Methylparaben • Phenyl Trimethicone • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Propylparaben • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Laureth-7 • Phenoxyethanol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Salicylic Acid • Tocopherol • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Retinyl Palmitate • Allantoin • Trisodium EDTA
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Ingredients Explained
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Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinRemedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 2.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 NiacinamideRemedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Remedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 6.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 7.
Kojic Dipalmitate isn't fungal acne safe.
Remedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 14.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 2.
Acetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is a form of Vitamin C.
Acetyl Glucosamine helps the skin produce hyaluronic acid and boost hydration.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radicals, molecules that may damage skin cells.
When paired with niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine has been shown to be effective at reducing discoloration.
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Learn more about Acetyl GlucosamineRemedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 18.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 16.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractRemedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 20.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 51.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideRemedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 25.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 12.
Cetyl Palmitate is a wax-like substance.
It comes from palmitic acid and palmityl alcohol. Cetyl Palmitate may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne.
This ingredient is naturally found in the guava fruit and stony corals.
Learn more about Cetyl PalmitateRemedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 30.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 25.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Remedy For Dark Spots contains this as ingredient number 36.
Skincare by Dr V Dark Circles Kit contains this as ingredient number 33.
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Remedy For Dark Spots 38 ingredients
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