Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum versus Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum .
Published on August 06, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum 19 ingredients
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum 24 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 🎉
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Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum 19 ingredients
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum 24 ingredients
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Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum 19 ingredients
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum 24 ingredients
Water • Niacinamide • Propanediol • Succinic Acid • Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Glycerin • Salicylic Acid • Xanthan Gum • Morinda Citrifolia Callus Culture Lysate • Sodium Gluconate • Dextrin • Polydextrose • Amylopectin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Water • Propanediol • Mandelic Acid • Annona Cherimola Fruit Extract • Gluconolactone • Sodium Hydroxide • Maltodextrin • Phenoxyethanol • Glycerin • Phytic Acid • Salicylic Acid • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Sodium Gluconate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Dextrin • Polydextrose • Amylopectin • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Niacinamide • Sodium Citrate • Cystoseira Tamariscifolia Extract • Phenylpropanol • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Citric Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 NiacinamideSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 GlycerinSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dextrin is used to thicken a product and helps bind ingredients together. It is created from starch and glycogen.
As an emulsifier, dextrin prevents ingredients from separating. This helps elongate a product's shelf life.
Studies show coating UV filters with dextrin prevents these ingredients from being absorbed. This helps UV ingredients last longer on the skin.
Learn more about DextrinSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
We don't have a description for Polydextrose.
Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
We don't have a description for Amylopectin.
Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
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.
Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidSelfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum 19 ingredients
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum 24 ingredients
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Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum 19 ingredients
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum 24 ingredients
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Selfless by Hyram Salicylic Acid & Sea Kelp Pore Clearing and Oil Control Serum 19 ingredients
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Great ingredients, but I found this didn't do much for me personally. I found it a but too sticky and greasy feeling for day time use, but then...
Great ingredients, but I found this didn't do much for me personally. I found it a but too sticky and greasy feeling for day time use, but then again I'm more sensitive than most. I'm also suspicious that niacinamide and salicylic acid doesn't do for me what it does for others. So if you're looking for a good product with those ingredients, I'd give this a try. I also support Hyram <3
Selfless by Hyram Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum 24 ingredients
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