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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skincyclopedia 5% AHA & PHA Charcoal Mild Peeling Face Serum versus COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on June 11, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Serum British Brand United Kingdom
Ampoule South Korean Brand South Korea

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
ph level
6.5

At a glance

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Benefits

Reduces Irritation

Concerns

Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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1
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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Skincyclopedia 5% AHA & PHA Charcoal Mild Peeling Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 10.

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

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:

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Skincyclopedia 5% AHA & PHA Charcoal Mild Peeling Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

3
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Stabilising
Community Rating: Mixed

Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.

Hydroxyethylcellulose helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.

This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.

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Skincyclopedia 5% AHA & PHA Charcoal Mild Peeling Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
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.

Skincyclopedia 5% AHA & PHA Charcoal Mild Peeling Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 5.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

44% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
45% are loved or liked
36% have mixed ratings
9% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Skincyclopedia 5% AHA & PHA Charcoal Mild Peeling Face Serum 9 ingredients

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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule 11 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 13 ratings
Absorbs Well (3) Hydrating (2) No Scent (2) Works Well (2) Light (1)
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Nikeena

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Helps to soothe redness, acne, and acne scars.

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blackbarbie

8 months ago · Unsure Skin
Review

Smoothed my skin healed my skin barrier

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