Comparison between Software Vitamin C & Ferulic Serum vs. Paula's Choice Boost C15 Super Booster

Find out which product is better for your skin.

13 Ingredients 21

1
Water
1
Water
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
3
Ethoxydiglycol
3
Butylene Glycol
4
Propylene Glycol
4
Ethoxydiglycol
5
Ethanol
5
Glycerin
6
Pentylene Glycol
6
PPG-26-Buteth-26
7
Triethanolamine
7
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
8
Hydroxyethylcellulose
8
Pentylene Glycol
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Uniqueness7 out of 13
53.8%
Uniqueness15 out of 21
71.4%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
3 out of 13
23%
chemical
9 out of 13
69%
natural
7 out of 21
33%
chemical
12 out of 21
57%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2Propylene Glycol#4Sodium Hyaluronate#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Ethanol#5
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#5Tocopherol#9Sodium Hyaluronate#10Panthenol#14
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Software Vitamin C & Ferulic Serum vs. Paula's Choice Boost C15 Super Booster
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
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#3Ethoxydiglycol

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

Position 4

#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.

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#4Ethoxydiglycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair structure improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 5

#5Ethanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Soothing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Glycerin

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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