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CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum - USA Versus Benzac AC Acne Gel 2.5%

Serum
Facial Treatment
American Brand United States
Australian Brand Australia

Updated on June 27, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside

What's inside

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Resurfacing Retinol Serum

Ingredients Explained

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Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.

A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.

When to use

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7% use in am
93% use in pm
67% use every day
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116 Routines
30% use in am
70% use in pm
80% use every day
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