Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density versus Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on July 04, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe hair loss. They have a total of 25 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides and PHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density 36 ingredients
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% 37 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density 36 ingredients
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density 36 ingredients
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% 37 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Caffeine • Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 • Larix Europaea Wood Extract • Pisum Sativum Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Glycine Soja Germ Extract • Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Apigenin • Oleanolic Acid • Arginine • Glycine • Calcium Gluconate • Zinc Chloride • Lactic Acid • Gluconolactone • Dextran • Maltodextrin • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Xanthan Gum • Pentylene Glycol • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Polysorbate 20 • Ppg-26-Buteth-26 • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Sodium Metabisulfite • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin
Butylene Glycol • Water • Dextran • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 • Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract • Propanediol • Arginine • Glycine Soja Germ Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Gluconolactone • Calcium Gluconate • Glycerin • Ppg-26-Buteth-26 • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Apigenin • Oleanolic Acid • Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 • Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract • Isomalt • Sodium Metabisulfite • Larix Europaea Wood Extract • Glycine • Zinc Chloride • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Xylitylglucoside • Anhydroxylitol • Xylitol • Saccharide Isomerate • Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract • Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract • Capryloyl Glycine • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 1.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 2.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 3.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 4.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 14.
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 is a peptide.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 6.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 19.
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 is a peptide.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 7.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 4.
Larix Europaea is a larch tree native to Europe.
It is used in the treatment Redensyl, an alternative to Minoxidil for hair growth. Redensyl targets stem cells and fibroblasts from top, inner layer of your skin.
Larix Europaea bark contains antioxidants and phytoconstituents such as flavonoids, spiro-polyphenols, and procyanidins.
Flavonoids are naturally-occuring compounds in plants. You can also find them in foods such as wine, tea, and chocolate.
Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants and are anti-inflammation. Antioxidants help your body fight off free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are unstable and may cause damage to cells.
Learn more about Larix Europaea Wood ExtractThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 8.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 23.
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.
In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.
In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 10.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 10.
This ingredient is extracted from the germ part of the wheat plant. The germ of a plant refers to the seed embryo, or part that sprouts into a new plant.
Some studies have found wheat germ to help with wound healing.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 11.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Glycine Soja Germ Extract.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 12.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 8.
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract can help to reduce large pores.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 13.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 5.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 14.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 26.
Apigenin is an antioxidant.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 15.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Oleanolic Acid.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 16.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 18.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 17.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 7.
Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins. It is already present in our skin as our bodies produce them naturally.
Glycine helps keep skin hydrated and reduce signs of aging. Amino acids help transport moisture throughout our skin; glycine already plays a role in helping keep our skin moisturized.
As collagen is made up of glycine and other amino acids, it is believed Glycine may help our skin produce more collagen. Collagen helps keep skin plump and firm.
Learn more about GlycineThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 18.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Calcium Gluconate.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 19.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 13.
We don't have a description for Zinc Chloride.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 20.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 25.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.
Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.
Learn more about GluconolactoneThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 22.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for Dextran.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 23.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Ppg-26-Buteth-26.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 30.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 15.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 31.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 16.
Sodium Metabisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 33.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 22.
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.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateThe Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 34.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 11.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density contains this as ingredient number 35.
Minimalist Hair Growth Actives 18% contains this as ingredient number 34.
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