Sidmool Houttuynia Cordata Cica Essential Versus Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb
Updated on December 21, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sidmool Houttuynia Cordata Cica Essential 20 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Sidmool Houttuynia Cordata Cica Essential 20 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Rh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Lecithin
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Glycerin, Panthenol, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Rh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Beta-Glucan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Arginine, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GumButylene 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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Sidmool Houttuynia Cordata Cica Essential 20 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Sidmool Houttuynia Cordata Cica Essential 20 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
Broke me out in a rash within 2 days, I think the 10% concentration is way too high for sensitive skin.
Better niacinamide serum than The Ordinary for me.
