Cos De BAHA A5 Azelaic Acid 5% Serum Versus APLB Azelaic Acid Peptide Facial Cream

Cos De BAHA A5 Azelaic Acid 5% Serum Versus APLB Azelaic Acid Peptide Facial Cream

This calming serum is formulated around Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract and Azelaic Acid to calm redness and fade the look of dark spots.

This calming moisturizer is formulated around Centella Asiatica Leaf Water and Azelaic Acid to calm redness and soften the look of wrinkles.

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Ingredients Side-by-side

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Propylene Glycol

Azelaic Acid

Niacinamide

1,2-Hexanediol

Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium Citrate

Panthenol

Propanediol

Polysorbate 20

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Leontopodium Alpinum Extract

Momordica Charantia Fruit Extract

Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract 68%

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Propylene Glycol, Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate, Panthenol, Propanediol, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Momordica Charantia Fruit Extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract 68%

Water

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water

Glycerin

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Butylene Glycol

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Sh-Oligopeptide-1

Stearic Acid

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Trideceth-10

Silica

Glyceryl Stearate

Beeswax

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Betaine

Trehalose

Citric Acid

Nelumbo Nucifera Extract

Artemisia Annua Extract

Oryza Sativa Extract

Saccharomyces Ferment

Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Squalane

Beta-Glucan

Dipropylene Glycol

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract

Madecassic Acid

Asiaticoside

Asiatic Acid

Disodium EDTA

Hydroxyacetophenone

Ethylhexylglycerin

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Azelaic Acid, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Trideceth-10, Silica, Glyceryl Stearate, Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Betaine, Trehalose, Citric Acid, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, Dipropylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

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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.

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.

It is a:

Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin

Emollient, helping to soften skin

Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas

Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives

Azelaic acid is a multitasker ingredient that helps treat acne, pigmentation, and irritation. It is a great option for sensitive skin.

What makes it special?

OTC Azelaic acid is usually available in concentrations from 10-15% and anything over requires a prescription.

Here's what each tier does best:

Unlike other acids, azelaic acid will not make your skin more photosensitive/sun sensitive.

Though this ingredient is naturally occurring in grains like wheat, rye, and barley, it is usually synthetically created for cosmetics to ensure stability and effectiveness.

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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.

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