Comparison between Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum vs. IMAGE Skincare ICON Cult-Classic Vitamin C Serum

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23 Ingredients 79

1
Water
1
Water
2
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
2
Glycerin
3
Squalane
3
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
4
PEG-8 Beeswax
4
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil
5
Hydrogenated Polydecene
5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
6
Limonene
7
PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer
7
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
8
Phenoxyethanol
8
Cetearyl Olivate
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Uniqueness14 out of 23
60.9%
Uniqueness70 out of 79
88.6%

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
9 out of 23
39%
chemical
8 out of 23
35%
natural
28 out of 79
35%
chemical
42 out of 79
53%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Tocopherol#13Glycerin#20
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#14
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glycolic Acid#14
Dry skin
Positive: 12Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Panthenol#22Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#23Butylene Glycol#26Phospholipids#30Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil#31Propylene Glycol#33Tocopherol#45Sodium Hyaluronate#51Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#59Sodium Lactate#60Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract#66
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#58Glyceryl Stearate SE#14Stearic Acid#19Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#23
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#23Limonene#6Citric Acid#56Benzoic Acid#57

Detailed view

Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum vs. IMAGE Skincare ICON Cult-Classic Vitamin C Serum
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

#2Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Lightening
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Glycerin

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 3

#3Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

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#3Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice is a natural juice received from Aloe leaves. It has been used in cosmetics for hundreds of ages. Scientists have discovered that it contains more than 200 nutrients: minerals, amino acids, vitamins, and so on. It’s a good component for calming irritated skin. It also helps to heal wounds, helps the skin regenerate faster, improves collagen syncretization, tones up, and moisturizes the skin. It also provides a slight UV-filtering effect.
Position 4

#4PEG-8 Beeswax

Origin: natural
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
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#4Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Astringent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
EWG Rating [ 5 ]
Position 5

#5Hydrogenated Polydecene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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