Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle versus Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum .
Published on July 07, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle 36 ingredients
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum 31 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle 36 ingredients
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum 31 ingredients
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Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle 36 ingredients
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum 31 ingredients
Water • Isopropyl Myristate • Glycerin • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Ethylhexyl Olivate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Squalane • Copernicia Cerifera Cera • Retinol • Propanediol • Sodium Cocoamphoacetate • Tocopheryl Acetate • BHA • Xanthan Gum • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Tocopherol • Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum • Avena Sativa Bran Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Citric Acid • Parfum • Phenoxyethanol • Maltodextrin • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Linalool • Limonene • Citronellol
Water • Glycine Soja Oil • Propanediol • Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate • Glycerin • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Sclerotium Gum • Stearyl Alcohol • Retinyl Palmitate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Xanthan Gum • Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Retinol • Acacia Seyal Gum Extract • Cyclodextrin • Lecithin • Citric Acid • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Tocopherol • Potassium Sorbate • Sorbic Acid • Benzoic Acid • Dehydroacetic Acid • Benzyl Alcohol
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 1.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 3.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about RetinolAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 10.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 11.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 13.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 16.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 18.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 20.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 27.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumAdvanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 28.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 29.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle contains this as ingredient number 32.
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle 36 ingredients
Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum 31 ingredients
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Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum Anti-Wrinkle 36 ingredients
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