Comparison between The Inkey List Q10 Serum vs. Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-cica Intensive Ampoule

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26 Ingredients 8

1
Water
1
Lactobacillus/​centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate
2
Butylene Glycol
2
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
3
Propanediol
3
Ceramide Np
4
Glycerin
4
Triethanolamine
5
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
5
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
6
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6
Betaine
7
Dimethicone
7
Allantoin
8
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Panthenol
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Uniqueness26 out of 26
100.0%
Uniqueness8 out of 8
100.0%

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
9 out of 26
35%
chemical
14 out of 26
54%
natural
2 out of 8
25%
chemical
4 out of 8
50%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#4Phospholipids#11Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract#13
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Betaine#6Allantoin#7Panthenol#8
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#7

Detailed view

The Inkey List Q10 Serum vs. Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-cica Intensive Ampoule
Position 1

#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.

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#1Lactobacillus/​centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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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#2Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 3

#3Propanediol

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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#3Ceramide Np

Origin: No information
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#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.

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#4Triethanolamine

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 5 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Triethanolamine is a pH adjuster. It is a toxic component that can be absorbed by the skin and detected in blood later. It can be a dermal irritant. Though it's considered safe, you should think before using it in skincare. There are many products on the market without Triethanolamine.

Position 5

#5Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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