Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum versus Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum .
Published on September 22, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both serums. They have a total of 23 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum 55 ingredients
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum 52 ingredients
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
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Sulfate Free
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Oil Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum 55 ingredients
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum 52 ingredients
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Behenyl Alcohol • Maltitol • Triethylhexanoin • Potassium Methoxysalicylate • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether • Phenoxyethanol • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Batyl Alcohol • Behenic Acid • Peg-60 Glyceryl Isostearate • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Parfum • Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate • Disodium EDTA • Myristyl Myristate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Potassium Hydroxide • Sodium Citrate • 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Alcohol • Caffeine • Citric Acid • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Sodium Metaphosphate • Ppg-3 Dipivalate • Limonene • Hexyl Cinnamal • Linalool • Tocopherol • Glucosamine Hcl • Citronellol • Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract • Sodium Metabisulfite • Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract • Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Lamium Album Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Inositol • Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract • CI 77492 • Ziziphus Jujuba Leaf Extract • CI 77491 • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Cellulose • Nasturtium Officinale Leaf/Stem Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone • Sd Alcohol 40-B • Peg-20 • Trehalose • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Behenyl Alcohol • Silica • Isostearic Acid • Mica • Phytosteryl Macadamiate • CI 77891 • Stearyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate • Lauryl Betaine • Methylparaben • Carbomer • Xylitol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Potassium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • Glycine • 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Sodium Metaphosphate • Butylene Glycol • Limonene • Sodium Metabisulfite • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Oryzanol • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate • Alcohol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Benzyl Benzoate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Linalool • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • CI 77491 • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract • Citronellol • Geraniol • Sodium Benzoate • Tocopherol • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
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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 WaterShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 AcetateShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Potassium hydroxide is commonly known as caustic potash. It is used to fix the pH of a product or as a cleaning agent in soap. In cleansers, it is used for the saponification of oils.
Sapnification is the process of creating fatty acid metal salts from triglycerides and a strong base. During this process, Potassium Hydroxide is used up and is not present in the final product.
Using high concentrations of Potassium Hydroxide have shown to irritate the skin.
Learn more about Potassium HydroxideShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a form of Vitamin C. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, and reduce the visibility of dark spots.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
We don't have a description for Sodium Metaphosphate.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 39.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 50.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 47.
Sodium Metabisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractShiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 51.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 50.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 44.
We don't have a description for Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract.
Shiseido Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 54.
Shiseido Bio-Performance Glow Revival Serum contains this as ingredient number 52.
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