Updated on June 24, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, hyaluronic acid and peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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 oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Timeline The Serum 35 ingredients
Prada Augmented Skin Serum 43 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Timeline The Serum 35 ingredients
Prada Augmented Skin Serum 43 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Xanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTrehalose
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Abrasive
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Erythritol
Humectant
Phytic Acid
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingChondrus Crispus
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSorbic Acid
Preservative
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-47
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Saccharide Isomerate, Caffeine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Trehalose, Sodium PCA, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Alcohol, Erythritol, Phytic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Hydroxide, Chondrus Crispus, Pentylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Carbomer, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-47
Water
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water
Skin ConditioningSteareth-20
CleansingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingFructose
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingArginine
Masking
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Betaine
CleansingAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningAcetic Acid
BufferingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicN-Hydroxysuccinimide
Skin ConditioningPolyamide-8
EmollientChrysin
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorhexidine Digluconate
Antimicrobial
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantLimonene
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Caffeine, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Steareth-20, Carbomer, Fructose, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Arginine, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Adenosine, Coco-Betaine, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lactic Acid, Lactobacillus Ferment, Acetic Acid, Maltodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Biotin, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Polyamide-8, Chrysin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Mica, CI 77891, Limonene, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a lab-made peptide with anti-inflammatory and skin-repairing benefits. It's made up of four amino acids (glycine, glutamine, proline, and arginine) and palmitic acid (which helps it penetrate skin more effectively).
This ingredient helps reduce inflammation by limiting the production of interleukin-6 (IL-6), a chemical that triggers inflammatory responses, particularly after UV exposure.
Less inflammation = slower collagen breakdown and a longer-lasting, youthful appearance.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 also stimulates collagen production and supports a healthier skin barrier.
Over time, this can improve skin firmness, hydration, and reduce the appearance of fine lines. It’s commonly paired with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in the well-known Matrixyl 3000 complex for enhanced anti-aging effects.
This ingredient has been shown to be effective and safe in cosmetic use and you'll typically find it in small amounts (less than 0.01%).
Due to its palmitic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is also known as pal-GHK. It is made up of 3 amino acids and palmitic acid, a fatty acid that helps it absorb into skin more easily.
This peptide is as a signal peptide, meaning it tells the skin to produce more collagen. Collagen is the key protein that helps form the skin's structure and keep it plump, firm, and hydrated.
By boosting collagen production, this ingredient supports a stronger skin barrier and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
You'll most likely see this ingredient paired with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 in the well-known Matrixyl 3000 complex. While results from in-house testing should be viewed cautiously, this peptide duo is among the most studied and widely used in modern skincare.
Due to its palmitic acid base, this ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1Pentylene 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.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateSodium 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.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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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