Jordan Samuel Skin The Performance Cream Versus Paula's Choice Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer

Jordan Samuel Skin The Performance Cream Versus Paula's Choice Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer Detailed comparison of Jordan Samuel Skin The Performance Cream versus Paula's Choice Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer. This anti-aging moisturizer is formulated around Squalane and Acetyl Octapeptide-3 to soften the look of wrinkles and hydrate skin. This barrier-repair moisturizer is formulated around Squalane and Allantoin to strengthen the skin barrier and calm redness. Water Glyceryl Stearate Squalane Glycerin Jojoba Esters Propanediol Cetearyl Alcohol Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water Acetyl Octapeptide-3 Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate 1,2-Hexanediol Sodium Hyaluronate Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate Xanthan Gum Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract Butylene Glycol Olea Europaea Leaf Extract Caprylhydroxamic Acid Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax Polyglycerin-3 Citric Acid Caprylyl Glycol Ethylhexylglycerin Water, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Glycerin, Jojoba Esters, Propanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Xanthan Gum, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Stearic Acid Triheptanoin C13-16 Isoalkane Inulin Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer Ethylhexyl Stearate Sodium Hydroxide Allantoin Sodium Phytate Hexylene Glycol Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide Glycogen Laminaria Digitata Extract Albatrellus Confluens Extract Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract Galactoarabinan Maltodextrin Schizophyllan Phenoxyethanol Potassium Sorbate Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Triheptanoin, C13-16 Isoalkane, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Inulin, Glyceryl Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Squalane, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Glycogen, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Albatrellus Confluens Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Galactoarabinan, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin, Schizophyllan, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate 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. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (also known as Argireline) is a synthetic hexapeptide that is often called a "topical Botox alternative". It works by mimicking how Botox relaxes muscles; it interferes with the signaling process that tells your facial muscles to contract. This can help soften expression lines like forehead wrinkles or crow's feet over time. The comparison to Botox does have limits because the molecule is water-loving and relatively large. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 has a hard time absorbing deeply enough through the skin's outer barrier to actually reach the muscles. So whether it truly works the way Botox does at a biological level is still up for debate, but early clinical outcomes are fairly encouraging. A 12 week human study of a multi-ingredient regimen containing this ingredient saw: While some studies have observed improvements in wrinkle appearance, it is important to note that more consistent results are seen in multi-ingredient formulations (vs just Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 alone). Some research studies also used higher concentrations (up to 10%) while this ingredient is usually found in concentrations up to 0.005% in leave-on formulations. 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. Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created. Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin. Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on). Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes. Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath. However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products. Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH. In skincare formulas, citric acid can: While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants. Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations. Rosacea skin has a lower t