A serum built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for hydration and barrier repair.
A serum built around Retinoid, for smoothing and barrier repair.
Brand price
AUD 84.95 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
AUD 84.95 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Face oil3
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Oenothera Biennis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane
Benefits
Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Methyl Gluceth-20, Propanediol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
May Worsen Rosacea2
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis9
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin5
May increase shine or excess oil.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane
Ingredients Side-by-side
Skin Conditioning
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Methyl Gluceth-20 (in both products)
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20 (in both products)
Humectant
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emulsion Stabilising
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Conditioning
2 / 0
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
3 / 2
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aqua
Solvent
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant, Moisturising
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl .beta.-d-glucopyranoside (4:1)
Learn more about Methyl Gluceth-20 →Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →Citric Acid
Buffering, Chelating, Fragrance
Citric Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Citric Acid →Caprylyl Glycol
Deodorant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol is the diol that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol →Polysorbate 20
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20 isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20 →
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