Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule versus MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule .
Last updated on January 05, 2024. Published on January 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and peptides
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 32 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule 64 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 32 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule 64 ingredients
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 32 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule 64 ingredients
Centella Asiatica Extract 50.47% • Water • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Glycereth-26 • Hydroxyacetophenone • Glycerin • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Panthenol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Mineral Salts • Tripeptide-3 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Acetyl Octapeptide-3 • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Tripeptide-1 • Tripeptide-2
Water • Butylene Glycol • Isopentyldiol • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Panthenol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Propanediol • Dipropylene Glycol • Xylitylglucoside • Anhydroxylitol • Xylitol • Betaine • Allantoin • Hydrolyzed Elastin • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Arginine • Glucose • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Trideceth-10 • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate • Xanthan Gum • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Alanine/Histidine/Lysine Polypeptide Copper Hcl • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Dipeptide-2 • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Tripeptide-1 • Acetyl Octapeptide-3 • Glutathione • Thioctic Acid • Ubiquinone • Astaxanthin • Cholesterol • Peg-5 Rapeseed Sterol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ceteth-3 • Ceteth-5 • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Carbomer • Benzyl Glycol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Disodium EDTA • Parfum
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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 WaterSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
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 PropanediolSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 8.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 5.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.
Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenoneSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 8.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 62.
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 GlycerinSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 9.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 10.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 60.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 12.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 13.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 63.
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 EDTASKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 14.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 65.
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 GlycyrrhizateSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 15.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 19.
Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.
Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.
Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.
Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 18.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 21.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 20.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 20.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.
Argireline has a similar function to botox. It prevents muscle movement and contractions. By preventing muscles from moving, Argireline also prohibits the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. However, research is lacking in proving this ingredient to be as effective as botox.
Argireline tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 25.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 39.
Acetyl Octapeptide-3 is a synthetic peptide. It is often called a botox alternative due to its ability to restrict the movement of muscles, and thus reduce the appearance of fine-lines.
While this peptide can help reduce wrinkles and fine-lines, the research is lacking in it being as effective as botox.
All current studies for this ingredient are either from manufacturers or look at amounts far greater than in actual products.
Learn more about Acetyl Octapeptide-3SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 26.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 46.
Copper Tripeptide-1 is a peptide naturally found in body fluids. Peptides are building blocks for protein.
Studies show this ingredient tells our body to create more collagen and elastin. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Elastin is the protein responsible for giving our skin elasticity. Our bodies start to slow down collagen and elastin production with age.
Boosting collagen and elastin production can help create a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin. It's a win-win situation!
Studies show this ingredient can help with scar healing. This is because it breaks down damaged collagen, the main component of scar tissue. It may also help with reducing sunspots, acne scars, and uneven skin tone.
This ingredient is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help the body fight off free-radicals. Free radicals are molecules that damage our cells, such as pollution and tobacco smoke.
More benefits: Copper Tripeptide-1 helps maintain tissues in blood vessels and promote natural hyaluronic acid in skin.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Copper Tripeptide-1SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 27.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 41.
You might know this ingredients as Matrixyl. It is a peptide.
Peptides are building blocks for protein. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 consists of five amino acids. These amino acids include: 2 lysines, 2 threonines, and serine
This ingredients tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Thus, Matrixyl may help improve the look of wrinkles.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 28.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 43.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a 3-amino acid peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a signal peptide. This means it tells our skin to create collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 can help reduce wrinkles and make the skin look more youthful.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 30.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 44.
Tripeptide-1 is a peptide.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 31.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 45.
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 32 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule 64 ingredients
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 32 ingredients
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 32 ingredients
RasberryIce
Surprisingly it actually worked, my skin was less irritated, more velvety, hydrated and there was a little bit of an improvement in pore size....
Surprisingly it actually worked, my skin was less irritated, more velvety, hydrated and there was a little bit of an improvement in pore size. However it does occasionally cause me very small whiteheads, this side effect is not severe, but I still wish it was fungal acne safe and non comedlgenic.
Butter
I didn't see any negative effects but honestly didn't see any results. I used this once a day until the bottle ran out, one full dropper, but...
I didn't see any negative effects but honestly didn't see any results. I used this once a day until the bottle ran out, one full dropper, but nothing. My skin didn't feel more hydrated, plump, anything. No irritation but no results either.
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Aqua Essence Lifting Ampoule 64 ingredients
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