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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum versus Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on June 25, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and peptides

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

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

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Serum

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

Serum

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

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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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E (2)
Niacinamide
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (8)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (5)

Concerns

Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

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

Concerns

Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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

Water • Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate • Propanediol • Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Squalene • Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil • Amylopectin • Lecithin • Phytosteryl Macadamiate • Collagen Amino Acids • Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Oligopeptide-3 • Oligopeptide-2 • Oligopeptide-1 • Hexapeptide-11 • Folic Acid • Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Lactic Acid • Phospholipids • Ceramide NP • Phytosterols • Phytosphingosine • Ceramide AP • Cholesterol • Myrica Cerifera Fruit Extract • Akebia Quinata Stem Extract • Prunus Lannesiana Flower Extract • Saccharomyces Lysate • Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate • Tripeptide-1 • Ceramide EOP • Polyglutamic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Tocopherol • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Acetyl Glutamine • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Sodium Benzoate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Xanthan Gum • Potassium Sorbate • Carbomer • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dextran • Phenoxyethanol

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: 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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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
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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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.

AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.

Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
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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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.

8
What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 48.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.

9
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.

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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 50.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.

10
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 51.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.

11
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.

Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid + Collagen + Niacinamide Activating Serum contains this as ingredient number 53.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.

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16% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
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9% have mixed ratings
23% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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