Boderm Pharmaceutical Tazarene Cream 0.05% Versus Boderm Pharmaceutical Tazarene Cream 0.1%
Updated on May 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Boderm Pharmaceutical Tazarene Cream 0.05% 33 ingredients
Boderm Pharmaceutical Tazarene Cream 0.1% 28 ingredients
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Boderm Pharmaceutical Tazarene Cream 0.05% 33 ingredients
Boderm Pharmaceutical Tazarene Cream 0.1% 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Urea
Buffering
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientPPG-15 Stearyl Ether
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientSalicylic Acid
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Bisabolol
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Escin
TonicChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hectorite
AbsorbentHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Sulfite
Preservative
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTazarotene
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan
Water, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Urea, Diisopropyl Adipate, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, PEG-100 Stearate, Dibutyl Adipate, Salicylic Acid, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Stearate, Bisabolol, Citric Acid, Escin, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Hectorite, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Sulfite, Trideceth-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tazarotene, BHT, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingPPG-15 Stearyl Ether
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventSteareth-21
CleansingPotassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Tazarotene
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Sulfite
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Steareth-2, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Propanediol, Steareth-21, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tazarotene, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Sulfite, Ethylhexylglycerin, BHT, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trideceth-6
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 WaterPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolWe don't have a description for PPG-15 Stearyl Ether yet.
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 DimethiconeCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholSodium Polyacrylate is the sodium salt of polyacrylic acid. It is used as an absorber, emollient, and stabilizer.
This ingredient is a super-absorbent polymer - meaning it can absorb 100 to 1000 times its mass in water. As an emollient, Sodium Polyacrylate helps soften and soothe skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydecenePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinThis is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateSodium Sulfite is a preservative. Preservatives help prevent mold and bacteria from growing in cosmetics.
This ingredient has been shown to break the bonds in hair, acting as a natural straightener.
It is commonly used in food. It should be noted sodium sulfite degrades both vitamins B1 and E.
Fun fact: Sulfites are naturally occuring in wine.
Learn more about Sodium SulfiteWe don't have a description for Trideceth-6 yet.
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.
Tazarotene is a type of retinoid. Retinoids are gold-standard anti-aging ingredients derived from Vitamin A.
Like Tretinoin, Tazarotene is only available by prescription in many countries.
Retinoids help with:
Using retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
Read about a form of retinoid you can purchase at the store, retinol.
Learn more about TazaroteneBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTSodium 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 HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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