M-61 Hydraboost Serum 2.0 Versus Medik8 Liquid Peptides

M-61 Hydraboost Serum 2.0 Versus Medik8 Liquid Peptides Detailed comparison of M-61 Hydraboost Serum 2.0 versus Medik8 Liquid Peptides. This hydrating serum is formulated around Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate and Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 to hydrate skin and strengthen the skin barrier. This anti-aging serum is formulated around Carnosine and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 to soften the look of wrinkles and refine skin texture. Water Betaine Glycerin Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate Sodium Hyaluronate Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 Panthenol Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Centella Asiatica Extract Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum Sodium Lactate Citric Acid Pentylene Glycol Disodium EDTA Echinacea Angustifolia Extract Mannitol Carbomer Butylene Glycol Polysorbate 20 Potassium Sorbate Sodium Benzoate Phenoxyethanol Water, Betaine, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Sodium Lactate, Citric Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Mannitol, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol Inulin Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide Carnosine Caprylyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin Dunaliella Salina Extract Ethylhexylglycerin Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 Tetrapeptide-21 Pentapeptide-18 Pantolactone Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 Glyceryl Caprylate Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer Polyvinyl Alcohol Phenylpropanol Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14 Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate Xanthan Gum Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Inulin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Carnosine, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Sodium Benzoate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tetrapeptide-21, Pentapeptide-18, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Pantolactone, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Phenylpropanol, Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum 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. Carbomer is a synthetic thickening and gelling agent. It's basically the ingredient that gives a lot of serums, gels, creams, and sunscreens their smooth, non-sticky texture. Although legally permitted at very high levels, carbomers are normally used at concentrations below 1%. It also needs to be neutralized to actually thicken, and because it is a large molecule, it doesn't really penetrate the skin barrier. Allergy-wise, the risk is very low. Clinical studies show carbomers have low potential for skin irritation/sensitization even at concentrations up to 100%. A 2024 UK study patch-tested 1,302 patients and found true allergy to the parent group of carbomer to be rare with no confirmed relevant reactions. 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 s