Round Lab Mugwort Calming Serum Versus COSRX Full Fit Propolis Ultra Light Ampoule
Updated on June 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 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, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Round Lab Mugwort Calming Serum 31 ingredients
COSRX Full Fit Propolis Ultra Light Ampoule 10 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Round Lab Mugwort Calming Serum 31 ingredients
COSRX Full Fit Propolis Ultra Light Ampoule 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Betaine
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Glucose
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingSodium Phytate
Dextrin
AbsorbentTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Panthenol, Allantoin, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Glucose, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tromethamine, Sodium Phytate, Dextrin, Tocopherol, Dipropylene Glycol, Carbomer
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinBetaine 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.
Learn more about BetaineButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene Glycol1,2-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
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolSodium 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 HyaluronateCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Round Lab Mugwort Calming Serum 31 ingredients
COSRX Full Fit Propolis Ultra Light Ampoule 10 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Round Lab Mugwort Calming Serum 31 ingredients
would not repurchase
I like the product, it’s a watery type serum. I think it calms my skin, but it’s not a power product in my routine. If you have oily skin, this would better suit you. At this point I’m just trying to finish it.
cons - really sticky 😔 i tried so hard to like round lab’s products, because they’re quite expensive, but this was a no for me. maybe i’ll use it again during winter and only at night. (i think it also was the reason behind my little pimples)
pros - it was hydrating
