Undefined Beauty R&R Scalp Serum Versus Act+Acre 3% Stem Cell Peptide Treatment
Updated on September 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe scalp treatments. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and peptides
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 and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Undefined Beauty R&R Scalp Serum 28 ingredients
Act+Acre 3% Stem Cell Peptide Treatment 24 ingredients
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Undefined Beauty R&R Scalp Serum 28 ingredients
Act+Acre 3% Stem Cell Peptide Treatment 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPisum Sativum Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningIsomalt
HumectantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Dextran
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Astringent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dimethyl Sulfone
SolventCaffeine
Skin ConditioningTremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion StabilisingPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWithania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
HumectantTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Yucca Filamentosa Root Extract
Allium Cepa Skin Extract
HumectantRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientParfum
Masking
Water, Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract, Isomalt, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Glycerin, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dextran, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethyl Sulfone, Caffeine, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Yucca Filamentosa Root Extract, Allium Cepa Skin Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Eruca Sativa Leaf
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Walnut Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningMenthol
Masking
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Meristem Cell Culture
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Dextran
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Astringent
Water, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Eruca Sativa Leaf, Hydrolyzed Walnut Extract, Sodium Gluconate, Menthol, Caffeine, Mentha Piperita Oil, Menthyl Lactate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Meristem Cell Culture, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Dextran, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide 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 NiacinamidePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolDextran is a sugar (polysaccharide) with skin hydrating properties.
Fun fact: Louis Pasteur first discovered this ingredient as a microbial product in wine.
This biometic peptide is designed to support hair growth.
According to a manufacturer, it stimulates hair growth by:
The manufacturer has found combining this ingredient with red clover extract (Capixyl) boosted benefits. Not only does it enforce the scalp's extracellular matrix, it also inhibits the enzyme that creates DHT, a hormone that leads to hair loss.
While this ingredient is promising, more research is still needed to confirm its full effectiveness.
Learn more about Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3This extract comes from the flower more commonly known as red clover.
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 CaffeineGinseng Root helps increase skin hydration, soothe skin, even out skin tone, and improve the appearance of wrinkles.
This ingredient helps improve blood circulation and oxygen flow while giving skin a boost in nutrients. Ginseng root contains both Vitamin D and B12. Both of these vitamins help boost collagen production in your skin. Collagen gives you skin the appearance of looking plump and firm.
Studies also show ginseng may help with hyperpigmentation. Ginseng disrupts the production of tyrosinase, an enzyme that starts the process of skin darkening.
Historically, people in East Asia have used ginseng as both food and medicine.
Learn more about Panax Ginseng Root ExtractButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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