MediCube Zero Pore One-Day Serum Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

MediCube Zero Pore One-Day Serum Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Detailed comparison of MediCube Zero Pore One-Day Serum versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant US. This pore-care serum is formulated around Gluconolactone and Niacinamide to refine the look of pores and refine skin texture. This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid to refine skin texture and refine the look of pores. Water Gluconolactone Methylpropanediol Glycerin Propanediol Tromethamine Polyglycerin-3 Niacinamide 1,2-Hexanediol Citric Acid Dimethicone Butylene Glycol C12-14 Pareth-12 Hydroxyethylcellulose Salicylic Acid Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate Lecithin Allantoin Lactic Acid Glycolic Acid Ethylhexylglycerin Adenosine Dextrin Indigofera Tinctoria Extract Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic Acid Sodium Citrate Hemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer Trisodium Phosphate Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract Pentylene Glycol Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate Centella Asiatica Extract Madecassoside Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract Water, Gluconolactone, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Tromethamine, Polyglycerin-3, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, C12-14 Pareth-12, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Salicylic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Lecithin, Allantoin, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Dextrin, Indigofera Tinctoria Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Trisodium Phosphate, Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract Polysorbate 20 Camellia Oleifera Leaf Sodium Hydroxide Tetrasodium EDTA Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Oleifera Leaf, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. 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. Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster. Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid. Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation. Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts. Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive. Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product. It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine. While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin. If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here. 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!