Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum versus Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme .
Published on June 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 25 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum 53 ingredients
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme 68 ingredients
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
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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 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum 53 ingredients
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme 68 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum 53 ingredients
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme 68 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Potassium Methoxysalicylate • Dimethicone • Behenyl Alcohol • Triethylhexanoin • Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone • Talc • Batyl Alcohol • Diisostearyl Malate • Phenoxyethanol • Peg-6 • Peg-32 • Behenic Acid • Peg-60 Glyceryl Isostearate • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Sodium Metaphosphate • Disodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Peg/Ppg-17/4 Dimethyl Ether • Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate • Silica • Sodium Citrate • Alumina • Potassium Hydroxide • Succinoglycan • Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Xanthan Gum • CI 77891 • Alcohol • Parfum • Caffeine • Sodium Metabisulfite • Citric Acid • Linalool • Tocopherol • Citronellol • Geraniol • Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract • Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract • Limonene • Cellulose • Pancratium Maritimum Extract • Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract • Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract • Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract • Ziziphus Jujuba Leaf Extract • Pyrola Incarnata Extract • Potentilla Erecta Root Extract
Alcohol • Propylene Glycol • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Dimethicone • Potassium Methoxysalicylate • Glycerin • Benzyl Alcohol • Petrolatum • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Phytosteryl Macadamiate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Diglycerin • Silica • Peg-9 • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Beheneth-20 • Mica • Hexylene Glycol • Maltitol • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • Theanine • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Trehalose • Tocopheryl Acetate • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Citrate • Parfum • Potassium Hydroxide • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate • Citric Acid • Sodium Trimetaphosphate • Disodium EDTA • Hexyl Cinnamal • Sodium Metabisulfite • Citronellol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Limonene • Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract • Linalool • Geraniol • Benzyl Benzoate • Tocopherol • Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Iris Florentina Root Extract • Glucosamine • Glycine • Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Inositol • Ascorbic Acid • Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract • Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract • Stearic Acid • Uncaria Gambir Extract • Hydrolyzed Silk • Pyrola Incarnata Extract • Potentilla Erecta Root Extract • Alteromonas Ferment Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract • Betaine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein • Sodium Benzoate
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Ingredients Explained
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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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Potassium Methoxysalicylate.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 35.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 26.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaShiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. 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.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateShiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 28.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateShiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 31.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumShiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 27.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 29.
Sodium Metabisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 37.
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 AcidShiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 33.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 39.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme 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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 45.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 38.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolShiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 43.
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 White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 40.
We don't have a description for Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 48.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 55.
We don't have a description for Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 49.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 56.
We don't have a description for Pyrola Incarnata Extract.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 52.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 60.
We don't have a description for Potentilla Erecta Root Extract.
Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 53.
Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme contains this as ingredient number 61.
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