Pixi Beauty Collagen & Retinol Serum Versus Pixi Beauty Botanical Collagen & Retinol Serum

Pixi Beauty Collagen & Retinol Serum Versus Pixi Beauty Botanical Collagen & Retinol Serum Detailed comparison of Pixi Beauty Collagen & Retinol Serum versus Pixi Beauty Botanical Collagen & Retinol Serum. This anti-aging serum is formulated around Retinol and Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 to soften the look of wrinkles and refine skin texture. This anti-aging serum is formulated around Niacinamide and Retinol to soften the look of wrinkles and refine skin texture. Water Glycerin Acacia Seyal Gum Extract Retinol Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 Niacinamide Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract Ascorbic Acid Tocopheryl Acetate Citric Acid Carbomer Potassium Sorbate Hydroxyethylcellulose Caprylyl Glycol Disodium EDTA Propyl Gallate BHT Water, Glycerin, Acacia Seyal Gum Extract, Retinol, Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Niacinamide, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Propyl Gallate, BHT Arginine Acacia Senegal Gum Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-47 Xanthan Gum Sodium Benzoate Pentylene Glycol Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin Sodium Phytate Phenoxyethanol Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Arginine, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Retinol, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-47, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Sodium Phytate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol 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 Heptapeptide-4 is a peptide with hydrating properties. According to a manufacturer, a combination of this ingredient and caprylyl glycol strengthens the skin barrier by keeping your skin's natural biome in balance. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract is from the Roman Chamomile flower. It helps soothe the skin and contains antioxidants. Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C and is the biologically active form used directly by skin. Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, but it also has plenty of benefits for your skin. It is best supported by academic literature for: Topical vitamin C has been shown to help neutralize oxidative stress from UV and pollution, helping to improve photoaging and hyperpigmentation when used consistently. One clinical study found that using 5% topical vitamin C for six months improved signs of photodamaged skin, both on the surface and in the deeper structural layers of the skin. While vitamin C doesn’t replace sunscreen, studies show it can boost photoprotection when combined with Vitamin E and ferulic acid. These two ingredients help improve stability and protective effects. The big downside of this ingredient is formulation difficulty. Vitamin C is prone to oxidation and doesn't penetrate the skin unless formulated correctly. Research found that vitamin C absorbs into the skin best at a low pH (< 3.5) with about 20% being the upper limit for effective absorption. Skin levels can saturate after repeated application; this means your skin won’t keep absorbing more once it’s full of vitamin C. This is why more isn’t always better with vitamin C and why very high concentrations don’t necessarily give extra benefits. Ascorbic acid generally works well with many skincare ingredients but can be irritating when combined with other active ingredients. Strong oxidizing acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide can reduce the effectiveness of vitamin C if they are used at the same time; they are often recommended for use at different times of day. Read more about other types of Vitamin C: Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients. 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). 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 belo