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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule versus TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule .

Published on August 27, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 64 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, exfoliants, niacinamide, peptides, retinoid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, 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 parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Ampoule South Korean Brand South Korea
Ampoule South Korean Brand South Korea

Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid (2)
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Skin Texture (3)
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (6)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (5)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (6)

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)
BHA
Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Good For Oily Skin (5)
Redness Reducing (7)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Skin Texture (4)
Reduces Large Pores (6)
Anti-Aging (9)
Dark Spots (6)
Scar Healing (7)
Acne Fighting (4)
Brightening (8)

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (6)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Bis-Peg-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Peg/Ppg-17/6 Copolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Polysorbate 20 • Ppg-1-Peg-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether • Coceth-7 • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Peg-20 Glyceryl Isostearate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Pentylene Glycol • Panthenol • Xanthan Gum • Betaine • Tromethamine • Centella Asiatica Extract • Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hydrogenated Lecithin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Peg-8 Stearate • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Adenosine • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate • Disodium EDTA • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Squalane • Diglycerin • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Lecithin • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Polycaprolactone • Retinol • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Cymbopogon Martini Oil • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Arctium Lappa Root Extract • Phellinus Linteus Extract • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Ceramide NP • Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine • Sodium Magnesium Silicate • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • BHA • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Michelia Alba Flower Oil • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Avena Sativa Meal Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Octyldodecanol • Peg-35 Castor Oil • Calcium Pantothenate • Maltodextrin • Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate • Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract • Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate • Polyquaternium-51 • Alcohol • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Pyridoxine Hcl • Pvp • Tocopherol • Sodium Acetate • Lysine • Inositol • Retinyl Palmitate • Linoleic Acid • Silica • Oligopeptide-1 • Fullerenes • Biotin • Glyceryl Arachidonate • Glyceryl Linolenate • Folic Acid • Thiamine Hcl • Pyridoxine • Cyanocobalamin

Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Peg/Ppg-17/6 Copolymer • Bis-Peg-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone • Hydroxyacetophenone • Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • 1,2-Hexanediol • Panthenol • Carbomer • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tromethamine • Xanthan Gum • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Adenosine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Disodium EDTA • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Biotin • Arctium Lappa Root Extract • Phellinus Linteus Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Squalane • Soluble Collagen • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract • Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract • Cnidium Officinale Root Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine • Peg-35 Castor Oil • Salvia Sclarea Oil • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • Calcium Pantothenate • Maltodextrin • Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate • Stearic Acid • Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract • Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate • Alcohol • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Octyldodecanol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Pyridoxine Hcl • Polysorbate 20 • Polyquaternium-51 • Ceramide NP • Lactic Acid • Pvp • Tocopherol • Sodium Acetate • Lecithin • Lysine • Inositol • Retinyl Palmitate • Salicylic Acid • Glycolic Acid • Linoleic Acid • Silica • Oligopeptide-1 • Fullerenes • Glyceryl Arachidonate • Glyceryl Linolenate • Folic Acid • Pyridoxine • Thiamine Hcl • Cyanocobalamin

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Water

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 1.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Glycerin

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

Learn more about Niacinamide

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

Bis-Peg-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone is a type of silicone.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 6.

6
What it does: Solvent

We don't have a description for Peg/Ppg-17/6 Copolymer.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 9.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.

Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.

Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.

Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 10.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.

Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.

The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.

Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.

Learn more about Polysorbate 20

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 11.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 58.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

Learn more about Panthenol

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 19.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 20.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Liked

Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.

As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.

Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. 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.

Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.

1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-

Learn more about Tromethamine

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 22.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 23.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Emulsifying

Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate isn't fungal acne safe.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 24.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 47.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 26.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 28.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

Learn more about Adenosine

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 32.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purslane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.

Nowadays, it is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.

Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea Extract

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 33.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 35.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.

Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.

Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.

Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.

Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.

Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 36.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Astringent

Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract comes from the chasteberry.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 37.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 38.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 56.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

Learn more about Squalane

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 39.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.

Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.

As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.

Learn more about Lecithin

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 42.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 65.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 46.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 47.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the oil from the bergamot orange. This bergamot is native to Italy.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is used to add fragrance to products. It contains limonene, linalool, and linalyl acetate.

The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.

When used topically, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is a photosensitizer due to its furanocoumarins. Photosensitizers make the skin and eyes much more sensitive to sunlight. Photosensitizers are linked to skin cancer.

However, more cosmetics using Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil are removing the furanocoumarins.

Bergamot oil was also found to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties.

Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 48.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Arctium Lappa Root Extract is from the burdock plant. It is an antioxidant and helps soothe skin. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

In folk medicine, Arctium Lappa has been used to treat skin inflammation and digestion.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 51.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Phellinus Linteus Extract.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 52.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 54.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 60.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 55.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 39.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate isn't fungal acne safe.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 62.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 42.

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What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This oil is derived from the leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, a type of Eucalyptus tree native to Australia.

Though this oil shows antibacterial and antioxidant activity, it is also a known skin-irritant due to its fragrance components.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 63.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

Learn more about Cetearyl Alcohol

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 64.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Stearic Acid

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 65.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 46.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose.

Evening primrose oil is rich in fatty acids. These fatty acids include linoleic (60-85%), oleic (5-12%), palmitic (4-10%), and stearic (2-4%).

The fatty acid composition makes it a great ingredient for soothing and moisturizing skin. However, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.

Further research is needed on the role of evening primrose in treating eczema.

Evening primrose is native to North America.

Learn more about Oenothera Biennis Oil

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 69.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Carthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.

Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.

Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.

Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.

Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 70.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 54.

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What it does: Emollient, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.

As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.

Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.

Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.

Learn more about Octyldodecanol

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 75.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 55.

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What it does: Emulsifying

Peg-35 Castor Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 76.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 40.

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Calcium Pantothenate is calcium salt from Vitamin B5. It can be naturally found in plants and animals.

Calcium Pantothenate is a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. This may help reduce the signs of aging.

Our bodies use Calcium Pantothenate for various metabolic functinos. These functions include metabolizing carbohydrates, proteins, and fatty acids.

Learn more about Calcium Pantothenate

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 77.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 43.

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What it does: Absorbent, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.

In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.

As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.

Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.

Learn more about Maltodextrin

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 78.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 44.

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What it does: Absorbent, Emulsion Stabilising

We don't have a description for Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 79.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 45.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 80.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 49.

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What it does: Skin Protecting

We don't have a description for Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 81.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 50.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Polyquaternium-51 is a polymer salt. It helps hydrate the skin by creating a film on top. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 82.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 59.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.

These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.

Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.

Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.

Learn more about Alcohol

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 83.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 51.

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What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a form of Vitamin C. It is the salt of ascorbic acid.

This ingredient is more gentle than ascorbic acid. It is also more stable when exposed to light and oxygen.

Vitamin C helps reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.

Your skin uses Vitamin C to produce collagen and collagen production plays a role in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. As an antioxidant, this ingredient also helps reduce the signs of aging such as fine-lines and wrinkles.

VItamin C helps brighten skin by blocking the process of skin darkening.

In a 2011 study, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate was found to have antibacterial properties. This may help treat acne.

Read more about other types of Vitamin C:

Learn more about Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 84.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Pyridoxine Hcl.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 86.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 57.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Pvp is a water-soluble synthetic polymer and common hairstyling ingredient. It is a film-forming ingredient and used to "hold" specific shapes of hair.

Pvp is less effective in high-humidity. It tends to draw moisture, but this moisture dismantles the structure and "hold".

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 87.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 62.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

Learn more about Tocopherol

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 88.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 63.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking

We don't have a description for Sodium Acetate.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 89.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 64.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Lysine is an essential amino acid. Your body is unable to produce it naturally and we mainly get lysine from food sources.

Our bodies use lysine for growth and tissue repair. The skin uses amino acids as a precursor for building protein, and therefore keratins, collagen and elastin.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 90.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 66.

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What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Liked

Inositol is a sugar alcohol naturally found in the human body. Our bodies use this ingredient in the process of growing new cells.

Studies show inositol to be a key component for keratinocyte growth.

Keratinocytes make up the majority of the outermost layer of skin. These cells protect our skin from UV exposure, infection, and help keep skin hydrated.

This ingredient is also considered a humectant. Humectants help hydrate the skin by drawing moisture to it.

Learn more about Inositol

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 91.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 67.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Retinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. It is created from palmitic acid and retinol.

This ingredient has antioxidant and exfoliating properties. Like other types of retinols, retinyl palmitate increases cell turnover. Removing dead skin cells and encouraging the growth of new ones improves skin tone and unclogs pores. This in turn promotes brighter looking skin and even skin texture.

As an antioxidant, retinyl palmitate helps neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules have the potential to damage skin cells. Thus, antioxidants may help with anti-aging.

Retinyl palmitate can be good for be good for oily skin by helping to unclog pores. However, it may not be good for dry skin and fungal acne.

After using this product, you should follow up with sunscreen.

This ingredient is often added to low-fat milk to increase the levels of Vitamin A.

Learn more about Retinyl Palmitate

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 92.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 68.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Linoleic Acid is Vitamin F and a fatty acid. It is an emollient and helps thicken texture. Linoleic acid helps with hydrating skin and nourishing the skin's barrier. The top layer of skin, or epidermis, contains high amounts of linoleic acid naturally.

Your body uses linoleic acid to build ceramides and prostaglandins. Ceramides keep your skin's barrier plump and firm. Prosaglandins help control inflammation and healing.

This makes linoleic acid effectives for reducing inflammation, hydrating skin, and firming skin. A side effect may include extra protection against UV damage and free radicals. This is due to linoleic acid strengthening the skin barrier.

Low levels of linoleic acid is also associated with acne-prone skin. By keeping sebum soft, it prevents pores from clogging.

Linoleic acid can is in common foods such as nuts, sunflower oil, corn oil, and soybean oil.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

CHEM: 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (9Z, 12Z)-

Learn more about Linoleic Acid

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 93.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

Learn more about Silica

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 94.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 72.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Oligopeptide-1 is a peptide.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 95.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 73.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Fullerenes.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 96.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 74.

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What it does: Antiseborrhoeic, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Biotin is a B vitamin that is naturally produced by our bodies. It is also called Vitamin H.

Our bodies use biotin in the metabolism process. It also helps our bodies use enzymes and move nutrients around. A biotin deficiency can lead to brittle hair and nails.

More research is needed on applying biotin topically. However, taking biotin orally has been shown to help nourish the skin, hair, and nails. They play a role in forming skin-hydrating fatty acids.

Biotin is water-soluble. It can be found in foods such as fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, and meat. Vitamin H stands for "haar" and "haut". These are the German words for hair and skin.

We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns about this ingredient.

Learn more about Biotin

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 97.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying

Glyceryl Arachidonate isn't fungal acne safe.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 98.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 75.

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What it does: Emollient

Glyceryl Linolenate isn't fungal acne safe.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 99.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 76.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Folic acid is a form of Vitamin B9. Our bodies use folic acid for creating new cells and for DNA repair.

Folic acid is an antioxidant, making it an effective skin repair ingredient.

In vivo studies show folic acid to increase UV-C induced DNA damage on human fibroblasts. This is because folic acid is effective at rejoining breaks in the fibroblast DNA. It is believed folic acid may play a role in reducing UV-B damage as well. While the mechanisms are unknown, it is believed folic acid plays a role in disrupting the DNA damage process.

Studies show using moisturizers rich in folic acid led to increased hydration of the skin. Hydrated skin is essential for collagen and elastin, or for keeping skin plump. One study found a reduction in wrinkles from using folic acid creams.

Foods rich in folic acid include leafy vegetables, beans, peanuts, fresh fruit, and eggs.

Learn more about Folic Acid

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 100.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 77.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning

Thiamine Hcl is Vitamin B1. The HCL stands for hydrochloride. Thiamine HCL is created using thiamine chloride and hydrochloric acid.

Our bodies use Thiamine HCL for aerobic metabolism, cell growth, and transmission of nerve impulses.

Learn more about Vitamin B in skincare:

Learn more about Thiamine Hcl

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 101.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Pyridoxine.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 102.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 78.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Cyanocobalamin is the manufactured version of vitamin B12. Our bodies use B12 for cell production.

There is limited research on how Cyanocobalamin affects your skin.

TONYMOLY Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 103.

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 80.

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