Sacheu Beauty Slick Skin Essential Lipids Serum Versus Em Cosmetics Color Drops Serum Blush - Lilac
Updated on October 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Sacheu Beauty Slick Skin Essential Lipids Serum 10 ingredients
Em Cosmetics Color Drops Serum Blush 21 ingredients
About this product
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Sacheu Beauty Slick Skin Essential Lipids Serum 10 ingredients
Em Cosmetics Color Drops Serum Blush 21 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPlukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Lecithin
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Isododecane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tropolone, Squalane, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneLecithin is a term for a group of substances found in the cell membranes of plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of phospholipids.
This ingredient has emollient and emulsifying properties.
As an emollient, lecithen helps soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can also help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin.
This is because the phospholipids in lecithin produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Depending on the source of this ingredient, lecithin may not be fungal acne safe. This is because some sources of lecithin come from soybean oil, which may feed the malassezia yeast that feeds fungal acne.
We recommend reaching out to the brand you are purchasing from to inquire about the source of their lecithin.
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