Depology Retilogy Retinal 0.1% Renewing Serum Versus The INKEY List 1% Retinol Serum
Updated on June 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 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 parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Depology Retilogy Retinal 0.1% Renewing Serum 63 ingredients
The INKEY List 1% Retinol Serum 24 ingredients
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Depology Retilogy Retinal 0.1% Renewing Serum 63 ingredients
The INKEY List 1% Retinol Serum 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingEclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Tromethamine
BufferingMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCholesterol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingFructooligosaccharides
HumectantAluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Emulsion StabilisingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Raffinose
Skin ConditioningSucrose Distearate
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Polyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPropanediol
SolventAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrahydropiperine
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Phloretin
Antioxidant
Arginine
Masking
Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Squalane, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Tromethamine, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Retinal, Silica, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Glycosyl Trehalose, Fructooligosaccharides, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Beta-Glucan, Raffinose, Sucrose Distearate, Adenosine, Cellulose Gum, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Ceteareth-20, Polyquaternium-51, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Lecithin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrahydropiperine, Disodium EDTA, Phloretin, Arginine
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSqualane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycolipids
Skin ConditioningDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Glycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Retinol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Benzyl Alcohol, Phospholipids, Tocopherol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Glycine Soja Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycolipids, Dehydroacetic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Glycine Soja Sterols, T-Butyl Alcohol
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 WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneThis 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 TriglycerideGlyceryl Stearate Se is a self-emulsifying (SE) form of glyceryl stearate. Self-emusifying means this ingredient automatically blends with water. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and cleansing agent.
As an emulsifier, Glyceryl Stearate Se prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant, meaning it helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants help gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants so they may be rinsed away easily.
Emollients help your skin stay smooth and soft. It does so by creating a film on top of the skin that helps trap moisture in.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate SeTocopherol (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 TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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Depology Retilogy Retinal 0.1% Renewing Serum 63 ingredients
The INKEY List 1% Retinol Serum 24 ingredients
