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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream versus The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% .

Last updated on January 05, 2024. Published on March 23, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid and peptides

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

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Night Moisturizer Indian Brand India
Serum Canadian Brand Canada

Night Moisturizer

Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (3)
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% contains this as ingredient number 48.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% contains this as ingredient number 14.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 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.

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Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% contains this as ingredient number 43.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium 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:

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Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% contains this as ingredient number 13.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

33% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet
63% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
18% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Conscious Chemist The Defender Multi-Peptide Retinol Night Gel Cream 27 ingredients

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The Ordinary Multi Peptides + Copper Peptide 1% 49 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 8 ratings
Works Well (3) Absorbs Well (3) Hydrating (2) Great Value (2) No Scent (1) Strong Scent (1)
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SkylerMikalson

6 days ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

I've slept on peptides for way too long. Don't make the same mistake!

This product has made my skin look more youthful in a way I didn't know...

I've slept on peptides for way too long. Don't make the same mistake!

This product has made my skin look more youthful in a way I didn't know was possible, and has increased my skin's baseline level of hydration in a way that other hydrating products have not.

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traceyy

5 days ago · Combination Skin
Review

I am starting to really appreciate peptides in my skincare routine and this serum was a fabulous first-timer for me. I would definitely repurchase...

I am starting to really appreciate peptides in my skincare routine and this serum was a fabulous first-timer for me. I would definitely repurchase this, but I am fickle and tend to reach for more luxurious formulations. This is a great peptide to try for anyone who is hoping to explore!

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