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SVR Sebiaclear Ampoule Flash Versus Aroma-Zone Sérum Concentré Acide Azélaïque 10%

Ampoule
Serum
French Brand France
French Brand France

Updated on June 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

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

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Buffering, Masking

Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid derived from grains. This ingredient is effective in treating acne, rosacea, and other skin conditions.

It has been shown to reduce the growth of acne-causing bacteria and helps reduce inflammation. On top of that, it helps reduce the production of sebum and unclog pores.

Azelaic Acid also has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants protect our skin cells from free-radical damage.

One of the main benefits of azelaic acid is that it is gentle and well-tolerated by most people.

Fun fact: The lab-created form of azelaic acid is typically used within cosmetic products for its shelf-stability.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 also help thicken or stabilize a product.

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.

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Buffering

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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When to use

45 Routines
38% use in am
62% use in pm
76% use every day
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63 Routines
48% use in am
52% use in pm
81% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

SVR Sebiaclear Ampoule Flash 18 ingredients

2.4 /5
from 5 ratings
Strong Scent (4) Works Well (2) Irritating (2)
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Marina Escofet

2 months ago
Review

Too strong for me. Very bad chemical smell. If you have sensitive skin this is very irritating, my face was swollen and even tho I avoided the eyes and protected the area, my eyes were swollen as well. My personal experience wasn’t good. Someone less sensitive and non eczema prone might like it tho 🤷🏻‍♀️ but the smell is BAD.

#irritating
#pilling
#strong scent

Aroma-Zone Sérum Concentré Acide Azélaïque 10% 11 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Broke Me Out (1) Great Value (1)
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Tamara Dos Santos

6 months ago
Review

My skin loves this SO MUCH.
This helps me with my P.I.E and acne. It soothes my skin and softens the redness.

#great value
#light
#absorbs well
#no scent
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Naouar

13 days ago
Review

This damaged my skin Barrier and after each application i feel tingling even if i used this for 2 weeks normally this feeling diseaper after regular using but for me thats just dammaged my skin i look for a other Azelaic sérum more gentle …

#broke me out
#irritating