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Gabit Multi-Peptide & Resveratrol Face Serum Versus mCaffeine Clear Glow Advanced Pigmentation Serum
Gabit Multi-Peptide & Resveratrol Face Serum Versus mCaffeine Clear Glow Advanced Pigmentation Serum This anti-aging serum is formulated around Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Resveratrol to soften the look of wrinkles. This brightening serum is formulated around Tra
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Gabit Multi-Peptide & Resveratrol Face Serum Versus mCaffeine Clear Glow Advanced Pigmentation Serum
This anti-aging serum is formulated around Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Resveratrol to soften the look of wrinkles.
This brightening serum is formulated around Tranexamic Acid and Alpha-Arbutin to fade the look of dark spots and brighten dull-looking skin.
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
No concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Caprylyl Glycol
Ethylhexylglycerin
Glycerin
Propanediol
Ethoxydiglycol
Sodium PCA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Potassium Sorbate
Sodium Benzoate
Gluconolactone
Tetrapeptide-21
Butylene Glycol
Acetyl Glucosamine
Inulin
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Cyclodextrin
Polydextrose
Resveratrol
Panthenol
Allantoin
Sodium Gluconate
Xylitylglucoside
Anhydroxylitol
Xylitol
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Ectoin
Water, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Gluconolactone, Tetrapeptide-21, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Inulin, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Cyclodextrin, Polydextrose, Resveratrol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium Gluconate, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Ectoin
Tranexamic Acid
Alpha-Arbutin
Phenoxyethanol
Citric Acid
Caffeine
Ceramide EOP
Ceramide Ns
Ceramide NP
Ceramide As
Ceramide AP
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Xanthan Gum
Sodium Metabisulfite
Maltodextrin
Water, Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caffeine, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide NP, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Sodium Metabisulfite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Gluconate, Maltodextrin
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Sodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!