Skin + Me Brighten + Boost Regulating Vitamin C Serum Versus Simple Skincare Booster Serum 10% Vitamins C + E + F
Updated on August 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe serums. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Skin + Me Brighten + Boost Regulating Vitamin C Serum 22 ingredients
Simple Skincare Booster Serum 10% Vitamins C + E + F 18 ingredients
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Skin + Me Brighten + Boost Regulating Vitamin C Serum 22 ingredients
Simple Skincare Booster Serum 10% Vitamins C + E + F 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Carnosine
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sphingomonas Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propanediol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Ectoin, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Carnosine, Citric Acid, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Water
Skin ConditioningCannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventPolyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tapioca Starch
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Dilauryl Thiodipropionate
Antioxidant
Water, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tapioca Starch, Caprylyl Glycol, Sclerotium Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Dilauryl Thiodipropionate
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolCitric 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 AcidPhenoxyethanol 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 Metabisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
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Skin + Me Brighten + Boost Regulating Vitamin C Serum 22 ingredients
Simple Skincare Booster Serum 10% Vitamins C + E + F 18 ingredients
