Comparison between COSRX The Vitamin C 13 Serum vs. Cos De BAHA Vitamin C MSM Serum

Find out which product is better for your skin.

25 Ingredients 20

1
Water
1
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
2
Propanediol
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C)
4
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Glycereth-26
5
Tromethamine
5
Dimethyl Sulfone
6
3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
6
1,2-Hexanediol
7
Panthenol
7
Betaine
8
Acetyl Glucosamine
8
Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Uniqueness23 out of 25
92.0%
Uniqueness18 out of 20
90.0%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
6 out of 25
24%
chemical
16 out of 25
64%
natural
9 out of 20
45%
chemical
8 out of 20
40%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2Butylene Glycol#3Panthenol#7Caffeine#9Sodium Hyaluronate#10Allantoin#16Tocopherol#20
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#16
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#16
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#6Betaine#7Allantoin#11Sodium Hyaluronate#12
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#11Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#1Allantoin#11Citric Acid#16

Detailed view

COSRX The Vitamin C 13 Serum vs. Cos De BAHA Vitamin C MSM Serum
Position 1

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#1Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Humectant
Antioxidants
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 2

#2Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
Rejuvenation
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Vitamin C is known for its strong antioxidant activity. It helps to slow down aging processes. The other positive effect of this ingredient is that it helps to make skin tone even. It's a great ingredient to counter dark areas and uneven skin tone. It's well-researched and considered safe. But it's acid and can irritate the skin if used too often.

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#2Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 3

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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#3Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C)

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

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#4Glycereth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Tromethamine

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Dimethyl Sulfone

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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