Serious Skincare Super Mel C Antioxidant Rich Beauty Cocktail Versus Serious Skincare Super Mel C Antioxidant Rich Beauty Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and parabens
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Ingredient Info
Serious Skincare Super Mel C Antioxidant Rich Beauty Cocktail 28 ingredients
Serious Skincare Super Mel C Antioxidant Rich Beauty Cream 30 ingredients
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Serious Skincare Super Mel C Antioxidant Rich Beauty Cocktail 28 ingredients
Serious Skincare Super Mel C Antioxidant Rich Beauty Cream 30 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer
Isohexadecane
EmollientPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingMyristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Myristyl Glucoside
CleansingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Tetrasodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Butylparaben
Masking
Isobutylparaben
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Butylene Glycol, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Myristyl Alcohol, Myristyl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, CI 15985, CI 16035
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropylene Glycol Dipelargonate
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer
PEG-75 Stearate
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHematite Extract
Skin ProtectingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingMethylparaben
Preservative
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Butylparaben
Masking
Isobutylparaben
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol Dipelargonate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer, PEG-75 Stearate, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Hematite Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, CI 16035, CI 15985
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterWe don't have a description for Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer yet.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenEthylparaben is a preservative, is a paraben, and is not reef safe.
Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).
You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.
Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
Learn more about PropylparabenButylparaben is a preservative, is a paraben, and is not reef safe. It can be bad for dry skin and worsen eczema.
Isobutylparaben is a paraben. It can be bad for dry skin.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumCi 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.
The color of this dye is orange/yellow.
This ingredient can be found in makeup, sun care, and skincare.
Learn more about CI 15985Ci 16035 is a synthetic dark-red dye. This dye is created from an acid called Allura red AC, an azo dye.
Azo dyes need to be purified thoroughly before use. This makes them more stable and longer lasting.
This dye is commonly used in foods, approved by both the FDA and EFSA.
Learn more about CI 16035Ingredient Ratings
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