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Dermalogica Circular Hydration Serum Versus Dime Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Dermalogica Circular Hydration Serum Versus Dime Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Serum This hydrating serum is formulated around Panthenol and Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate skin and strengthen the skin barrier. This hydrating serum is formulated around Hyaluronic Acid to

Dermalogica Circular Hydration Serum Versus Dime Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Serum

This hydrating serum is formulated around Panthenol and Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate skin and strengthen the skin barrier.

This hydrating serum is formulated around Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate skin and soften the look of wrinkles.

What's inside

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

No concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

Water

PEG-8

Glycerin

Methylpropanediol

Propanediol

PPG-24-Glycereth-24

1,2-Hexanediol

Xylitylglucoside

Butylene Glycol

Hydroxyethyl Urea

Panthenol

Hydroxyacetophenone

Lactic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

Dunaliella Salina Extract

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil

Citrus Limon Peel Oil

Santalum Album Oil

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract

Chondrus Crispus Extract

Gigartina Stellata Extract

Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil

Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil

Cupressus Sempervirens Oil

Cistus Ladaniferus Leaf/Stem Extract

Juniperus Virginiana Oil

Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil

Rosa Damascena Flower

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein

Pentylene Glycol

Sodium PCA

Anhydroxylitol

Xylitol

Polyglutamic Acid

Lactobacillus Ferment

Lysine Hcl

Betaine

Sclerotium Gum

Sodium Lactate

PCA

Glucose

Serine

Alanine

Glycine

Silanetriol

Pantolactone

Glutamic Acid

Threonine

Arginine

Proline

Xanthan Gum

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Polysorbate 20

Sorbitan Isostearate

Citric Acid

Sodium Hydroxide

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Amylopectin

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Sodium Benzoate

Potassium Sorbate

Limonene

Linalool

Water, PEG-8, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Propanediol, PPG-24-Glycereth-24, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xylitylglucoside, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Lactic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Santalum Album Oil, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Gigartina Stellata Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Oil, Cistus Ladaniferus Leaf/Stem Extract, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Polyglutamic Acid, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lysine Hcl, Betaine, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Lactate, PCA, Glucose, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Silanetriol, Pantolactone, Glutamic Acid, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Amylopectin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Limonene, Linalool

Phenoxyethanol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Water, Hyaluronic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

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Alternatives

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a glycosaminoglycan (basically a long sugar chain) that your skin already makes on its own. In your skin, HA lives in the extracellular matrix and acts as the body's moisture reservoir.

Topically, HA is a humectant that binds water and helps skin look more plump, smooth, and hydrated.

The only catch is that HA isn't a single thing; it actually comes in a wide range of molecular weights (~50 - 2,000+ kDA) and size matters.

Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.

This is why the best HA serums blend the two sizes together so you get the best of both worlds.

The majority of cosmetic HA is produced by bacterial fermentation, typically using Streptococcus or Bacillus strains. Typical use levels in skincare sit around 0.1-2%.

A clinical study using a 0.2% low-molecular weight HA gel showed improvement in facial seborrheic dermatitis with excellent tolerance.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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!

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Ingredients & structured notes

Ingredient index

Ingredients Explained

  1. 01These ingredients are found in both products.
  2. 02Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
  3. 03Tocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.
  4. 04Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.
  5. 05It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.
  6. 06One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.
  7. 07Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.
  8. 08Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.
  9. 09This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
  10. 10Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.
  11. 11The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.
  12. 12Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.
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Related questions

01Is Serum Good for All Skin Types?

Serums are a form of skincare that can be added to any routine no matter what your skin type is. All skin types can benefit from the use of a serum since there are so many different formulations that can target specific skincare concerns. “Serums are used for hydration,to aid [or] maintain the skin barrier, or treat skin issues like acne or rosacea,” says Dr. Lewis. The type of serum that you may use should depend on the skin issue you’re trying to target. Think of serums as a treatment for the skin. “Some serums can reverse damage and help prevent free radicals that cause the signs of aging skin,” adds Dr. Lewis.

Source · www.skincare.com
02When and How to Use Hyaluronic Acid in Your Routine

Products with hyaluronic acid can be used in the morning or at night (or both!). Applying the hydrating ingredient at night will restore your skin’s resilience while you sleep, and applying it in the morning will leave your skin feeling plump, hydrated and ready for makeup. Hyaluronic acid is great at providing topical hydration when it’s introduced into a balanced skincare routine. According to Dr. King, it’s important to pair your hyaluronic acid products with an emollient or occlusive moisturizer to lock in hydration.

Source · www.skincare.com