Comparison between Esfolio Vitamin Brightening Ampoule vs. Revox Just Vitamin C 20%

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33 Ingredients 14

1
Water
1
Water
2
Butylene Glycol
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
3
Glycerin
3
Potassium Hydroxide
4
Glycereth-26
4
Propylene Glycol
5
Dimethicone
5
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract
6
Niacinamide (20
6
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
7
000ppm)
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Betaine
8
PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
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Uniqueness28 out of 33
84.8%
Uniqueness9 out of 14
64.3%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
7 out of 33
21%
chemical
18 out of 33
55%
natural
6 out of 14
43%
chemical
8 out of 14
57%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#3Betaine#8Sodium Hyaluronate#14Panthenol#221,2-Hexanediol#23
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract#11Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12Limonene#33
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2Propylene Glycol#4
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#6
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#5Limonene#12Hexyl Cinnamal#13Linalool#14

Detailed view

Esfolio Vitamin Brightening Ampoule vs. Revox Just Vitamin C 20%
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

Position 2

#2Butylene 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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#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.

Position 3

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#3Potassium Hydroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#4Glycereth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

Position 5

#5Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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#5Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract

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