This acne serum is formulated around Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Niacinamide to clear breakouts and balance excess oil.
This acne serum is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Gluconolactone to clear breakouts and refine skin texture.
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Whey Ferment
Skin ConditioningAlpha-Glucan
HumectantAmino Acids
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Copper PCA
HumectantZinc PCA
Humectant
Pantothenic Acid
Skin ConditioningTrifolium Pratense Extract
Skin ConditioningSpirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Malachite Extract
Antioxidant
Bioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningVegetable Soap
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Whey Ferment, Alpha-Glucan, Amino Acids, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Niacinamide, Copper PCA, Zinc PCA, Pantothenic Acid, Trifolium Pratense Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Malachite Extract, Bioflavonoids, Vegetable Soap
Salicylic Acid 1.5%
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingMusa Sapientum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Lysolecithin
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPullulan
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid 1.5%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract, Gluconolactone, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Maltodextrin, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Lactobacillus Ferment, Tocopherol, Silica, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Calcium Gluconate, Beta-Glucan, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
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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.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the filtered, stabilized liquid pressed from the inner gel of the aloe vera leaf.
In cosmetics, it shows up as either soothing active or a water-replacement base. It is roughly 98-99% water and the last 1-2% is an interesting mix of polysaccharides, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes.
The polysaccharides do most of the work: they bind water at the skin surface for a light, non-greasy hydration boost. And one of the polysaccharides, glycomannan, is linked to fibroblast stimulation + collagen synthesis. This is also why aloe has such a long track record in wound and burn healing.
This ingredient is also calming with anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial activity, making it a great pick for sensitive, irritated, or post-sun skin.
Realistic expectations matter though; the solid evidence is mostly limited to hydration, soothing, and wound support. Deeper claims about anti-aging or sun protection are not well backed, and science reviews note it does not prevent radiation-induced skin injury.
Because it plays well with almost everything, it's commonly used as a base alongside other actives like niacinamide or vitamin C.
Typical usage concentrations range from 0.5% (where hydration benefits already show up) all the way to 90%+ (where it replaces water as the main base).
The safety for this ingredient is well-establish as well. Overall, this is a great supporting ingredient for those who want a boost in hydration.
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