The Other Skincare Company Pep Talk Peptide Youth Serum Versus The Other Skincare Company Flora Micellar Water
Updated on June 14, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain PHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Other Skincare Company Pep Talk Peptide Youth Serum 34 ingredients
The Other Skincare Company Flora Micellar Water 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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The Other Skincare Company Pep Talk Peptide Youth Serum 34 ingredients
The Other Skincare Company Flora Micellar Water 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Acetyl Octapeptide-3
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPullulan
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientPolyglycerin-3
Humectant
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Tetrapeptide-30
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Water, Squalane, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Cetearyl Alcohol, Gluconolactone, Glyceryl Stearate, Jojoba Esters, Bakuchiol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Xanthan Gum, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Lecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Pullulan, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Phytate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Polyglycerin-3, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Tetrapeptide-30, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Water
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Callus
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Amara Peel
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingColloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Callus
Antimicrobial
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
Abrasive
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAmino Esters-1
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPearl Powder
Water, Rosa Damascena Callus, Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate, Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Colloidal Oatmeal, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Gluconolactone, Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Callus, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Phytate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Amino Esters-1, Betaine, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Pearl Powder
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract is also known as Ivy Gourd Fruit Extract. It has skin conditioning properties.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
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 improves texture and brightens the skin.
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.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCASodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
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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