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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule versus Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on March 30, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

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 parabens or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (4)
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (8)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Ozonized Sunflower Seed OilPolyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateOctyldodecanolCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideMacadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters BehenateEuphorbia Cerifera CeraMicrocrystalline WaxBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Tocopheryl AcetateButyrospermum Parkii ButterSynthetic WaxPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilRicinus Communis Seed OilPolyethyleneVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane CrosspolymerBorago Officinalis Seed OilTrioctyldodecyl CitrateEclipta Prostrata ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract Coccinia Indica Fruit ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractLupinus Albus Seed ExtractDaucus Carota Sativa Root ExtractVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit ExtractBeta Vulgaris Root ExtractBrassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf ExtractAlpinia Galanga ExtractLactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment ExtractLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractOryza Sativa ExtractCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilPelargonium Graveolens Flower OilHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit OilLavandula Angustifolia OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilAnthemis Nobilis Flower OilSantalum Album OilHydrogenated LecithinSodium HyaluronateBisabololSilicaTocopherolMoringa Oleifera Seed OilWaterSqualaneBeeswaxButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolSorbitan SesquioleateSucrose Tetrastearate TriacetateGlycerinLactobacillus FermentSorbitan StearateSorbitan OlivatePanthenolSucrose DistearateAlcoholCaprylyl GlycolMadecassosideMethiconeGlyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/OleateHydrogenated PolyisobuteneCholesterolEthylhexylglycerinCeramide NPAdenosineBifida Ferment LysatePentylene GlycolLactobacillus/Acerola Cherry FermentLactobacillus Ferment LysateLactococcus FermentLactococcus Ferment LysateLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateBifida Ferment FiltrateHydrolyzed CollagenSaccharomyces FermentXanthan GumBacillus FermentDehydroacetic AcidLimoneneCitronellolGeraniolLinalool

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 53.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 57.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 6.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 54.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 50.

5
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 9.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 65.

6
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.

The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.

As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 10.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 44.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 14.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 61.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.

Studies show lactobacillus ferment to be effective at repairing the skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. It also protects against bad bacteria.

As a probiotic/prebiotic/postbiotic, Lactobacillus ferment can help regular our natural biome. In fact, one study found a lack of diversity in our natural skin biome can trigger acne.

Learn more about Lactobacillus Ferment

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 20.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 58.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

Learn more about Pentylene Glycol

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 22.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 74.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 24.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 70.

11
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Gum

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 26.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick contains this as ingredient number 83.

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65% are loved or liked
23% have mixed ratings
12% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
46% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule 26 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 5 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Broke Me Out (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) No Scent (1)
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ZoeSeeker

24 days ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Ok so I’ve been using this for six weeks now. It has not caused me to break out even though I have reactive and sensitive skin. Post blemish marks...

Ok so I’ve been using this for six weeks now. It has not caused me to break out even though I have reactive and sensitive skin. Post blemish marks are fading slowly. The formula is nice - absorbs well and feels hydrating. I think it’s good value for money and I’m going to continue using it

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Liya._.nix_610

7 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

Broke me out
In theory this product seemed like a good addition to my routine but after a week or a bit less of use it started to break me out even...

Broke me out
In theory this product seemed like a good addition to my routine but after a week or a bit less of use it started to break me out even though it was the only new product i was using.

Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule Balm Stick 89 ingredients

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