COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil Versus Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule
Updated on April 15, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and 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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Ingredient Info
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 64 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 64 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantPhellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEctoin
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sucrose Distearate
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Tromethamine
BufferingPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Propanediol
SolventPolyvinyl Alcohol
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tetrahydropiperine
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPhloretin
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
HumectantSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Methylpropanediol, 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, Propanediol, 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 Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 RetinolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideTocopherol (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 TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule 64 ingredients
Reviews
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COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Bought this for my face but saw zero results. Now I'm using this for my uner eyes.
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.
