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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin versus Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ .

Published on July 04, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Toner South Korean Brand South Korea
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

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
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

PHA
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

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

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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

WaterDibutyl AdipatePropanediolEthylhexyl TriazoneTerephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic AcidNiacinamideOctyldodecanolTromethaminePolyglyceryl-3 DistearateCetearyl AlcoholPanthenol1,2-HexanediolPentylene GlycolPolysilicone-15Caprylyl MethiconeDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoatePolymethylsilsesquioxaneDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerGlyceryl StearateBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine Potassium Cetyl PhosphateMethylpropanediolCarbomerGlyceryl Stearate CitrateAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerButylene GlycolSilicaEthylhexylglycerinAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp CopolymerAdenosinePolyether-1Echium Plantagineum Seed OilHouttuynia Cordata ExtractMorinda Citrifolia Fruit ExtractCardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine ExtractHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil UnsaponifiablesArtemisia Princeps Leaf ExtractCynara Scolymus Leaf ExtractBiosaccharide Gum-1TocopherolCentella Asiatica Leaf ExtractLactobacillus FermentYeast Ferment ExtractLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractNasturtium Officinale Extract7-DehydrocholesterolEctoinMadecassosideCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit ExtractKappaphycus Alvarezii ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractBuddleja Officinalis Leaf ExtractMadecassic AcidAsiaticosidePinus Pinaster Bark ExtractAsiatic Acid

Ingredients Side-by-side

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

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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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VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ 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.

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 26.

3
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 3.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
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.

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 12.

5
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

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 6.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 52.

6
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 8.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 23.

7
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.

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 9.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 28.

8
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)-

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VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 16.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 8.

9
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Asiaticoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Asiaticoside is an antioxidant and helps with wound healing. It has been shown to increase antioxidant activity during the wound healing process.

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 44.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 55.

10
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

Learn more about Madecassoside

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 45.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 49.

11
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Stabilising
Community Rating: Loved

Asiatic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

Studies show Asiatic Acid is able to block the pathway for skin inflammation receptors, helping to soothe skin.

As an antioxidant, asiatic acid helps protect our skin against damaging environmental factors.

Learn more about Asiatic Acid

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 46.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 57.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

It is a triterpenoid, meaning it naturally acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV.

Studies show Madecassic Acid helps soothe the skin due to its ability to block inflammation pathways.

Learn more about Madecassic Acid

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Skin contains this as ingredient number 48.

Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun SPF50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 54.

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51% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
6% are disliked or very disliked
33% have no rating yet
47% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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