SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Versus Esfolio Retinol Vital Ampoule
Updated on October 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 7 ingredients
Esfolio Retinol Vital Ampoule 60 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 7 ingredients
Esfolio Retinol Vital Ampoule 60 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycereth-26
HumectantDimethicone
Emollient
Benzyl Glycol
SolventSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Betaine
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingArginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Trehalose
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract
Antimicrobial
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-35 Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingAesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium PCA
HumectantSerine
MaskingRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine
Buffering
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Alanine
MaskingBrassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Glutamic Acid
HumectantCeteth-5
EmulsifyingCeteth-3
EmulsifyingInositol
HumectantRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Pantothenate
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Glycereth-26, Dimethicone, Benzyl Glycol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Betaine, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Arginine, Carbomer, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trehalose, Panthenol, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, PEG-35 Castor Oil, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Alcohol, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polysorbate 20, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium PCA, Serine, Retinol, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Tocopherol, Glycine, Cholesterol, Ceramide NP, Alanine, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Glutamic Acid, Ceteth-5, Ceteth-3, Inositol, Retinyl Palmitate, Calcium Pantothenate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Linoleic Acid, Sucrose Stearate, Stearic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Palmitic Acid, Glycosphingolipids, Biotin
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Ingredient Ratings
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 7 ingredients
Esfolio Retinol Vital Ampoule 60 ingredients
Reviews
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 7 ingredients
I’m serious when I say if you don’t use any k skincare.. you HAVE to try this one. It’s an all in one product and targets many concerns and issues in one go. At least for me. I have rosacea and very dry, sensitive skin and this soothes my skin like no other!! It reduces redness.. helped to get rid of my acne. hydrates my skin and makes my skin tone even in better texture.
I’ve been using this on and off for about 2 years now to help with my sensitive, acne prone skin. Not only does it help heal my skin barrier, it reinforces it, calms down my redness, and helps to heal my breakouts faster. I’ve already gone through 3 bottles. All you need is a couple of drops a day, or even to mix it with your moisturizer, and you’re good!
