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Tia’m Vita B3 Source Versus Isntree Mugwort Calming Ampoule

Serum
Ampoule
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on December 03, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, 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 anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

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

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Ingredient Info

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Tia’m Vita B3 Source 15 ingredients

Isntree Mugwort Calming Ampoule 19 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Tia’m Vita B3 Source 15 ingredients

Isntree Mugwort Calming Ampoule 19 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene 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 Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.

Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.

One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.

Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.

Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.

Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.

Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.

Learn more about Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-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 

When to use

Tia’m Vita B3 Source 15 ingredients

Isntree Mugwort Calming Ampoule 19 ingredients

419 Routines
47% use in am
53% use in pm
89% use every day
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157 Routines
40% use in am
60% use in pm
88% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Tia’m Vita B3 Source 15 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 17 ratings
Works Well (9) Great Value (6) Absorbs Well (6)
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venti

2 years ago
Review

lovely serum
it took a while to work but it helped fade my acne scars and my skin felt a lot smoother

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Bola Deborah

10 months ago
Review

Perfect for my oily combination skin type. Helps eliminate whiteheads and get rid of acne. I just make sure to use a hydrating moisturiser after and in the day SPF

#great value
#light
#no scent
#works well

Isntree Mugwort Calming Ampoule 19 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 8 ratings
Light (3) Absorbs Well (3) No Scent (3)
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pikois

2 years ago
Review

Good for irritating days
This product has helped me during the days my skin is angry at me lol. I use this product everyday + more so when my acne is very irritated/red. I've noticed this has helped calmed down irritation and redness, and it feels amazing on the skin as well.

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Jeffrey Barnett

11 months ago
Review

so good for sensitive skin!

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well