Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum Versus True Botanicals Phyto-Retinol Anti-Aging Body Lotion
Updated on June 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum 21 ingredients
True Botanicals Phyto-Retinol Anti-Aging Body Lotion 46 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum 21 ingredients
True Botanicals Phyto-Retinol Anti-Aging Body Lotion 46 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Soy Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Squalane, Niacinamide, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Bakuchiol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Yeast Extract, Soy Amino Acids, Lecithin, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Sorbitan Palmitate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Soybean Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLinalool
Perfuming
Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientCopaifera Officinalis Resin Oil
Masking
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientGlycolipids
Skin ConditioningBeta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Squalene
Emollient
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentGeraniol
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Coco-Caprylate, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Lactic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Sorbitan Palmitate, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Sorbitan Oleate, Sodium Hydroxide, Linalool, Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Copaifera Officinalis Resin Oil, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopherol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Glycosphingolipids, Glycolipids, Beta-Sitosterol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Limonene, Squalene, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Geraniol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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!
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Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum 21 ingredients
True Botanicals Phyto-Retinol Anti-Aging Body Lotion 46 ingredients
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