Wardah Acne Care Serum Versus Hanasui Power Serum Post Acne Serum
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
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 common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Wardah Acne Care Serum 28 ingredients
Hanasui Power Serum Post Acne Serum 20 ingredients
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Wardah Acne Care Serum 28 ingredients
Hanasui Power Serum Post Acne Serum 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Methyl Gluceth-20
HumectantPotassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Xanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingTetrasodium EDTA
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potassium Chloride
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Alcohol Denat., Propanediol, Niacinamide, Methyl Gluceth-20, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glycerin, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sclerotium Gum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantPotassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20
HumectantEthoxydiglycol
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Harungana Madagascariensis Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Betaine, Methyl Gluceth-20, Ethoxydiglycol, Phenoxyethanol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Harungana Madagascariensis Extract, Allantoin, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate
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 NiacinamideMethyl Gluceth-20 is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin.
It is created by combining polyethylene glycol with glucose.
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD) comes from the condensation of azelaic acid mixed with glycine.
This ingredient has similar properties to azelaic acid; it can help reduce sebum production and soothe skin. PAD also inhibits tyrosinase activity to help brighten skin. Tyrosinase is an enzyme that controls melanin production.
A study from 2023 found 5% PAD combined with nicotinamide (a form of niacin) effectively reduced melanin production after 6 weeks.
Several studies from the 2010's also show PAD to be effective in alleviating symptoms of Rosacea.
Though this ingredient is considered a gentle active, higher amounts may result in irritation.
Unlike azelaic acid, this ingredient is water-soluble. This property makes it easier to formulate into skincare products.
Learn more about Potassium Azeloyl DiglycinateSalicylic 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 AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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Wardah Acne Care Serum 28 ingredients
Hanasui Power Serum Post Acne Serum 20 ingredients
