Shiseido Prior Wrinkle Gel Versus Hada Labo Skin Plumping Gel
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. 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 anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Shiseido Prior Wrinkle Gel 39 ingredients
Hada Labo Skin Plumping Gel 27 ingredients
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What's inside (and what isn't)
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Shiseido Prior Wrinkle Gel 39 ingredients
Hada Labo Skin Plumping Gel 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract
MaskingCollagen Water
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Salvia Officinalis Extract
Antimicrobial
Betula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPolydiethylsiloxane
Emollient
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phthalic Anhydride
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
C8-9 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientErythritol
Humectant
PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Citrate
BufferingPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Trisodium EDTA
Talc
Abrasive
Tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane
Tetradecene
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantNiacinamide, Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract, Collagen Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Salvia Officinalis Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Glycerin, Water, Polydiethylsiloxane, Alcohol Denat., Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phthalic Anhydride, Butylene Glycol, Polyethylene, Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, C8-9 Isoparaffin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Erythritol, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Citrate, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Citric Acid, Sodium Sulfite, Trisodium EDTA, Talc, Tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxane, Tetradecene, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77491, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycol
Humectant
PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
HumectantSqualane
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Glucosyl Ceramide
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Glucan
HumectantHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Agar
MaskingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningWater, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Glycol, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Squalane, Triethylhexanoin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Dimethicone, Triethyl Citrate, Arginine, Glucosyl Ceramide, Alpha-Glucan, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Agar, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Decylene Glycol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolCitric 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:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateSodium 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 HyaluronateSqualane 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".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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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