Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum versus Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment .
Last updated on February 12, 2024. Published on April 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 9 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, sensitive 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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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
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Ingredient Info
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum 43 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment 44 ingredients
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This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
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Reef Safe
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum 43 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment 44 ingredients
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Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum 43 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment 44 ingredients
Water • Squalane • Glycerin • Hexyldecanol • Propanediol • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate • Retinol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Santalum Album Oil • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Cupressus Sempervirens Oil • Juniperus Virginiana Oil • Abies Sibirica Oil • Tocopherol • Beta-Glucan • Caprylyl Glycol • BHA • Ceramide NP • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetyl Palmitate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polysorbate 60 • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Hydroxystearic Acid • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Laureth-23 • Trideceth-6 Phosphate • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Sodium Benzoate • Benzyl Alcohol • Linalool
Water • Niacinamide • Propanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Retinol • Bakuchiol • Nephelium Lappaceum Leaf Extract • Ferulic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Lactic Acid • Linoleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Silybum Marianum Extract • Saccharide Isomerate • Phospholipids • Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract • Adenosine • Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract • Sodium PCA • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Phytic Acid • Tocopherol • Glycolic Acid • Mandelic Acid • Maltodextrin • Sodium Hydroxide • Cetyl Alcohol • Pvm/Ma Decadiene Crosspolymer • Behenyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Arachidyl Glucoside • Octoxynol-9 • Arachidyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Oleth-10 • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Sodium Ascorbate • Citrus Limon Peel Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 5.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 RetinolDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 TocopherolDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 TriglycerideDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 35.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 27.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateDermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment contains this as ingredient number 43.
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Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum 43 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment 44 ingredients
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