Tirtir Pure Vitamin C24 Serum Versus Cute Press 1 Week Brightening Booster Serum
Updated on January 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. 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, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Tirtir Pure Vitamin C24 Serum 18 ingredients
Cute Press 1 Week Brightening Booster Serum 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Tirtir Pure Vitamin C24 Serum 18 ingredients
Cute Press 1 Week Brightening Booster Serum 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Propanediol
Solvent
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Propanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Betaine, Bisabolol, Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Soluble Collagen, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Atelocollagen, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingOctyldodeceth-16
EmulsifyingHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Water, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Trehalose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Allantoin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Octyldodeceth-16, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineWater. 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!
Learn more about WaterButylene 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 Glycol1,2-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
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Tirtir Pure Vitamin C24 Serum 18 ingredients
Cute Press 1 Week Brightening Booster Serum 25 ingredients
Reviews
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Tirtir Pure Vitamin C24 Serum 18 ingredients
Oh my gosh. This product is genuinely so amazing. I was first introduced to it by an influencer thats very acne prone named brute choi and im SO glad i was influenced. Not only is it NOT COMEDOGENIC ANNND FUNGAL ACNE SAFE but also works wonders on the skin??? To be dead serious, i used this product with no expectations after trying the Axis-y dark spot serum because that one took a fat while to Show more
It’s not a bad vitamin c - it doesn’t smell bad or sting my sensitive skin. It does leave a weird texture on my face though, like I’ve applied an oil or something. Odd.
