Acure Resurfacing Amino Acid Serum Versus Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

Acure Resurfacing Amino Acid Serum Versus Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

This hydrating serum is formulated around Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Arginine to hydrate skin.

This smoothing serum is formulated around Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid to refine skin texture and brighten dull-looking skin.

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Key Ingredients

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Benefits

Concerns

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Ingredients Side-by-side

Water

Betaine

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Arginine

Serine

Alanine

Glycine

Threonine

Proline

Glutamic Acid

Lysine Hcl

PCA

Sodium PCA

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Sclerotium Gum

Xanthan Gum

Sodium Lactate

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Sodium Phytate

Ethylhexylglycerin

Potassium Sorbate

Sodium Benzoate

Water, Betaine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Arginine, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Threonine, Proline, Glutamic Acid, Lysine Hcl, PCA, Sodium PCA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Lactate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate

Glycolic Acid

Butylene Glycol

Glycerin

Sodium Hydroxide

Lactic Acid

Salicylic Acid

Tartaric Acid

Vitis Vinifera Juice Extract

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract

Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract

Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract

Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture

Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Allantoin

Galactoarabinan

Propanediol

Citric Acid

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Hexylene Glycol

Phenoxyethanol

Caprylyl Glycol

Pentylene Glycol

Sodium Carbonate

Sodium Chloride

Disodium Phosphate

Sodium Phosphate

Water, Glycolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Vitis Vinifera Juice Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Galactoarabinan, Propanediol, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Xanthan Gum, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Phosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin

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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.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the filtered, stabilized liquid pressed from the inner gel of the aloe vera leaf.

In cosmetics, it shows up as either soothing active or a water-replacement base. It is roughly 98-99% water and the last 1-2% is an interesting mix of polysaccharides, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes.

The polysaccharides do most of the work: they bind water at the skin surface for a light, non-greasy hydration boost. And one of the polysaccharides, glycomannan, is linked to fibroblast stimulation + collagen synthesis. This is also why aloe has such a long track record in wound and burn healing.

This ingredient is also calming with anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial activity, making it a great pick for sensitive, irritated, or post-sun skin.

Realistic expectations matter though; the solid evidence is mostly limited to hydration, soothing, and wound support. Deeper claims about anti-aging or sun protection are not well backed, and science reviews note it does not prevent radiation-induced skin injury.

Because it plays well with almost everything, it's commonly used as a base alongside other actives like niacinamide or vitamin C.

Typical usage concentrations range from 0.5% (where hydration benefits already show up) all the way to 90%+ (where it replaces water as the main base).

The safety for this ingredient is well-establish as well. Overall, this is a great supporting ingredient for those who want a boost in hydration.

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.

Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.

This ingredient helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.

This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.

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!

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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