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

Last updated on January 22, 2024. Published on March 20, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain BHA, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides, retinoid 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 fragrances and oils

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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.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
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

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)

Notable Ingredients

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

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (5)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (7)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (3)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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

WaterButylene GlycolGlycerinNiacinamidePeg/Ppg-17/6 CopolymerBis-Peg-15 Methyl Ether DimethiconeHydroxyacetophenonePeg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil1,2-HexanediolPanthenolCarbomerCentella Asiatica ExtractEthylhexylglycerinTromethamineXanthan GumPortulaca Oleracea ExtractAdenosineSodium HyaluronateCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractDisodium EDTA Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractVitex Agnus-Castus ExtractMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilBiotinArctium Lappa Root ExtractPhellinus Linteus ExtractCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilEucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilSqualaneSoluble CollagenCetyl EthylhexanoateNeopentyl Glycol DiheptanoateRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilPueraria Thunbergiana Root ExtractPaeonia Albiflora Root ExtractCnidium Officinale Root ExtractGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceHydrogenated PhosphatidylcholinePeg-35 Castor OilSalvia Sclarea OilPolyglyceryl-10 MyristateCalcium PantothenateMaltodextrinSodium Starch OctenylsuccinateStearic AcidPolyglyceryl-2 StearateCetearyl AlcoholAesculus Hippocastanum Seed ExtractCrithmum Maritimum Callus Culture FiltrateAlcoholSodium Ascorbyl PhosphateOenothera Biennis OilCarthamus Tinctorius Seed OilOctyldodecanolTocopheryl AcetatePyridoxine HclPolysorbate 20Polyquaternium-51Ceramide NPLactic AcidPvpTocopherolSodium AcetateLecithinLysineInositolRetinyl PalmitateSalicylic AcidGlycolic AcidLinoleic AcidSilicaOligopeptide-1FullerenesGlyceryl ArachidonateGlyceryl LinolenateFolic AcidPyridoxineThiamine HclCyanocobalamin

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
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!

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

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 1.

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

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
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.

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

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 2.

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

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
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 Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 9.

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
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 Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 13.

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 19.

7
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.

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

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 20.

8
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 Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 56.

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 15.

9
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 Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 60.

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 29.

10
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 Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 63.

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 14.

11
What it does: Masking, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.

Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.

Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.

It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.

In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.

While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.

If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.

Learn more about Salicylic Acid

TONYMOLY Vital Vita 12 Pore Care Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 69.

innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 34.

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10% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet
69% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
14% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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