Soul Apothecary AHA + BHA Serum Versus Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clear Skin+ Clarifying Serum With 10% Azelaic Acid
Updated on January 27, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Soul Apothecary AHA + BHA Serum 12 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clear Skin+ Clarifying Serum With 10% Azelaic Acid 11 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Soul Apothecary AHA + BHA Serum 12 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clear Skin+ Clarifying Serum With 10% Azelaic Acid 11 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene Glycol1,2-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
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Soul Apothecary AHA + BHA Serum 12 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clear Skin+ Clarifying Serum With 10% Azelaic Acid 11 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Soul Apothecary AHA + BHA Serum 12 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Clear Skin+ Clarifying Serum With 10% Azelaic Acid 11 ingredients
Rating this product a 3/5 bcs its irritating in my skin idk bcs im a first time user of this product my skin always itchy when im using it i only use 2 drops (first timer) but i will continue using it bcs its very effective but the side affects are just irritating in my skin
it didn’t irritate my skin that much, and i can barely see any difference in my skin (like the red marks faded by 1%)
