Comparison between Melano CC Intensive Anti-Spot Premium Essence vs. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic

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23 Ingredients 12

1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
1
Water
2
Pyridoxine Hcl
2
Ethoxydiglycol
3
Allantoin
3
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
4
O-Cymen-5-Ol
4
Glycerin
5
Water
5
Propylene Glycol
6
Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
6
Laureth-23
7
Ascorbyl Glucoside
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
8
Tocopherol
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Uniqueness19 out of 23
82.6%
Uniqueness8 out of 12
66.7%

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
4 out of 23
17%
chemical
15 out of 23
65%
natural
4 out of 12
33%
chemical
7 out of 12
58%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#1Allantoin#3Tocopherol#9Butylene Glycol#10Propylene Glycol#17Alcohol Denatured#19
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#3Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#3Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#3Glycerin#4Propylene Glycol#5Tocopherol#8Panthenol#11Sodium Hyaluronate#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Laureth-23#6
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Melano CC Intensive Anti-Spot Premium Essence vs. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
Position 1

#1Ascorbic 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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#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

#2Pyridoxine Hcl

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Acne fighting
Softening
Soothing
Nutrifying
Hair follicle nutrition
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Ethoxydiglycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair structure improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Allantoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Moisturizing
Pore Shrinking
Softening
Soothing
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Allantoin usually doesn’t catch too much attention, but it is an essential ingredient for sensitive, dry, and problem skin. It is a good moisturizer that makes skin hydrated. But manufacturers love it because of its strong soothing effect. It also exfoliates dead cells, stimulates recovery of your skin, and helps to protect the skin from the sun, frost, and similar negative impacts.

The component is researched very well and its soothing activity is confirmed by scientists. Used in concentration between 0.5-2%.

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#3Ascorbic 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 4

#4O-Cymen-5-Ol

Origin: No information
Role: Biocide, Preservative
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Glycerin

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.

Position 5

#5Water

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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#5Propylene 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.

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