Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil versus Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule .
Published on December 27, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Ampoule
Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.
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Ingredient Info
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 63 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 63 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 63 ingredients
Water • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract 20% • Propanediol • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Niacinamide • Polyglycerin-3 • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water • Sodium Hyaluronate • Canola Oil • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Betaine • Phenyl Trimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer • Ceramide NP • Xanthan Gum • Ectoin • Butylene Glycol • Sucrose Distearate • Adenosine • Carbomer • Disodium EDTA • Tromethamine • Polyquaternium-51 • Beta-Glucan • Glyceryl Stearate • Retinol • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Tocopherol • Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Tetrahydropiperine • Potassium Hyaluronate • Phloretin • Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Arginine • Beta-Carotene • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenylpropanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about RetinolCOSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil contains this as ingredient number 4.
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 43.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideCOSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil contains this as ingredient number 5.
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolCOSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil contains this as ingredient number 8.
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 47.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 63 ingredients
Usage
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When to use
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 63 ingredients
Reviews
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COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
JohnnyLeeZongHeng_352
Broke me out
I have oily and acne prone skin and my face was on the road to recovery. I thought adding a retinol was a good idea and they marketed...
Broke me out
I have oily and acne prone skin and my face was on the road to recovery. I thought adding a retinol was a good idea and they marketed that this retinol oil is good for any skin type even though it is oily. It broke me out and gave me a scar within a week. It gave me an acne that was deep inside of my skin. I wouldnt recommend it to oily and acne prone skin people.
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 63 ingredients
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