SK-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) Versus Biologique Recherche L'Eauxygénante

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) Versus Biologique Recherche L'Eauxygénante Detailed comparison of SK-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) Original versus Biologique Recherche L'Eauxygénante. This barrier-repair essence is formulated around Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate to strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate skin. Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate Butylene Glycol Pentylene Glycol Water Sodium Benzoate Methylparaben Sorbic Acid Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Methylparaben, Sorbic Acid Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Water Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water Propylene Glycol Perfluorodecalin Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract Hydrolyzed Silk Actinidia Deliciosa Fruit Extract Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether Poloxamer 188 Phenoxyethanol Ethylhexylglycerin Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Water, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water, Water, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Perfluorodecalin, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Actinidia Deliciosa Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether, Poloxamer 188, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate Be the first to review These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons: Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients. Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness. Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically. Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed. Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase. It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods. Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps. We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns. 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!