AHC Beauty Youth Focus Essence Versus Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, peptides and retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
AHC Beauty Youth Focus Essence 62 ingredients
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer 24 ingredients
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AHC Beauty Youth Focus Essence 62 ingredients
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMethylpropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentBisabolol
Masking
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCholesterol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
PEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol
Cleansing
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningCeteth-5
EmulsifyingCeteth-3
EmulsifyingFicus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantPiper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Emulsion StabilisingSucrose Distearate
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Berry Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingTrideceth-6
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCarnosine
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Disodium EDTA
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Tocopheryl Acetate, Butylene Glycol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Bisabolol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Centella Asiatica Extract, Retinal, Silica, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, PEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol, Adenosine, Polyquaternium-51, Ceteth-5, Ceteth-3, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Beta-Glucan, Cyclopentasiloxane, Tocopherol, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Sucrose Distearate, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Trideceth-6, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Carbomer, Carnosine, Ceramide NP, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Myristic Acid, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Disodium EDTA, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Tapioca Starch
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Retinyl Propionate
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLaureth-7
EmulsifyingDimethiconol
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Disodium EDTA
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingAminopeptidase
Skin ConditioningWater, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Tapioca Starch, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Retinol, Retinyl Propionate, Niacinamide, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, DMDM Hydantoin, Polysorbate 20, Laureth-4, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Laureth-7, Dimethiconol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Aminomethyl Propanol, Titanium Dioxide, Disodium EDTA, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aminopeptidase
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAYou might know this ingredients as Matrixyl, a famous peptide.
Peptides are building blocks for protein. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 consists of five amino acids. These amino acids include: 2 lysines, 2 threonines, and serine
This ingredients tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Thus, Matrixyl may help improve the look of wrinkles.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Ingredient Ratings
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AHC Beauty Youth Focus Essence 62 ingredients
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer 24 ingredients
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AHC Beauty Youth Focus Essence 62 ingredients
my skin somehow feels really soft the morning after I use this! sophisticated formulation. however I wish the packaging would contain less plastic. perhaps a squeezy tube would be much better.
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Facial Moisturizer 24 ingredients
Decent retinol product. However it pills a lot and doesn't get absorbed easily. Wouldn't buy again.
Has had the biggest impact in terms of clearning skin and overall skin health.
