Comparison between The Ordinary Buffet vs. Boots Glow Dewy Serum

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51 Ingredients 33

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Propylene Glycol
3
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
3
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
4
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
5
Pentapeptide-18
5
Glycerin
6
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
6
Polysorbate-20
7
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
7
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
8
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
8
Mica
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Uniqueness40 out of 51
78.4%
Uniqueness22 out of 33
66.7%

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
13 out of 51
25%
chemical
35 out of 51
69%
natural
11 out of 33
33%
chemical
18 out of 33
55%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Sodium Hyaluronate#12Allantoin#13Glycine#14Sodium PCA#30Sodium Lactate#32Butylene Glycol#37
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#13Citric Acid#33
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 1
Propylene Glycol#2Glycerin#5Sodium Lactate#19Sodium Hyaluronate#30Alcohol Denatured#25
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Citric Acid#9Glycolic Acid#21Tartaric Acid#31

Detailed view

The Ordinary Buffet vs. Boots Glow Dewy 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

#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.

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#2Propylene 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.

Position 3

#3Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#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.

Position 4

#4Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Pentapeptide-18

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
Anti-aging
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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