Rituals Cosmetics The Ritual Of Namaste Anti-Ageing Serum

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Rituals Cosmetics The Ritual Of Namaste Anti-Ageing Serum Versus ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum

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Danish Brand

Updated on March 15, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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Rituals Cosmetics The Ritual Of Namaste Anti-Ageing Serum 41 ingredients

ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Rituals Cosmetics The Ritual Of Namaste Anti-Ageing Serum 41 ingredients

ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

The Ritual Of Namaste Anti-Ageing Serum

Water

Skin Conditioning

Glycerin

Humectant

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Silybum Marianum Seed Oil

Betaine

Xylitylglucoside

Cetearyl Alcohol

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Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract

Skin Conditioning

Salicornia Herbacea Extract

Skin Conditioning

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

Bakuchiol

Sodium Hyaluronate

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Anhydroxylitol

Humectant

Xylitol

Humectant

Cetyl Palmitate

Emollient

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Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Dimethicone

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Cleansing

Sorbitan Palmitate

Emulsifying

Sorbitan Oleate

Emulsifying

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Acacia Senegal Gum

Sclerotium Gum

Xanthan Gum

Tocopherol

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Propanediol

Solvent

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Lactic Acid

Citric Acid

Sodium Hydroxide

Sodium Chloride

Benzoic Acid

Dehydroacetic Acid

Sodium Benzoate

Potassium Sorbate

Benzyl Alcohol

Linalool

Limonene

Citronellol

Geraniol

Parfum

Vitamin C Serum

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Water

Propanediol

Glycerin

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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water

Masking

Ascorbyl Glucoside

Antioxidant

Sodium PCA

Humectant

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Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Water

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Sodium Levulinate

Skin Conditioning

Maris Aqua

Humectant

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Phenoxyethanol

Citric Acid

Sodium Benzoate

Chlorella Vulgaris Extract

Skin Conditioning

Saccharide Isomerate

Humectant

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Citric Acid

Masking, Buffering

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Glycerin

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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.

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Potassium Sorbate

Preservative

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.

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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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Sodium Benzoate

Masking, Preservative

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Sodium 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:

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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