Comparison between Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum vs. Ruruberry 2% Alpha Arbutin

Find out which product is better for your skin.

30 Ingredients 24

1
Water
1
Water
2
Niacinamide
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Dipropylene Glycol
3
Acetyl Glucosamine
4
Methylpropanediol
4
Alpha-Arbutin
5
Propanediol
5
Xanthan Gum
6
Arbutin
6
Hydrolyzed Glycine Soja (Soy) Protein
7
Glycerin
7
Xylitylglucoside
8
Zinc PCA
8
Anhydroxylitol
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Uniqueness23 out of 30
76.7%
Uniqueness17 out of 24
70.8%

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 30
23%
chemical
17 out of 30
57%
natural
9 out of 24
38%
chemical
13 out of 24
54%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Arbutin#6Glycerin#7Sodium PCA#9Sodium Hyaluronate#11Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract#21Butylene Glycol#271,2-Hexanediol#29
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Betaine#10Beta-Glucan#11Glycerin#14Sodium Hyaluronate#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#24

Detailed view

Isntree Hyper Niacinamide 20 Serum vs. Ruruberry 2% Alpha Arbutin
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

#2Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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#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.

Position 3

#3Dipropylene 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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#3Acetyl Glucosamine

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Methylpropanediol

Origin: No information
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Alpha-Arbutin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Lightening
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Propanediol

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.

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#5Xanthan Gum

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Gel forming, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Xanthan Gum is used as a thickener or rheology modifier and emulsion stabilizer. It doesn’t provide any notable skin-related effects and is used mostly for formulation purposes. It makes the product’s texture smooth and even. It’s a naturally-derived thickener. Notable fact: it can also be found in the food you eat every day, so it is 100% safe.

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