Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream versus Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream .
Last updated on July 17, 2023. Published on August 14, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Overnight Mask
Overnight masks are usually used after the whole nighttime skincare routine (check your product’s instructions). Overnight masks are used to treat a variety of skin concerns and boost moisture in the skin.
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Ingredient Info
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream 52 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream 63 ingredients
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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Citrus Limon Peel Oil
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil
- Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
- Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream 52 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream 63 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream 52 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream 63 ingredients
Water • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Glycerin • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Squalane • Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate • Propanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Pentylene Glycol • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Butylene Glycol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ubiquinone • Glycine Soja Oil • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Viola Odorata Leaf Extract • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract • Spilanthes Acmella Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Lavandula Spica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Ligustrum Lucidum Seed Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Mentha Piperita Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Luffa Cylindrica Root Extract • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables • Tocopherol • Phospholipids • Glycogen • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycolipids • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Glycine Soja Sterols • Dicaprylyl Ether • Xanthan Gum • C15-19 Alkane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Phytic Acid • Lauryl Glucoside • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Benzoate
Water • Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Glycerin • Diisostearyl Malate • Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Dimethicone • Propylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetyl Alcohol • Bakuchiol • Retinol • Ferulic Acid • Nephelium Lappaceum Leaf Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Squalane • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Ceramide Ng • Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract • Silybum Marianum Extract • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Jojoba Esters • Soy Isoflavones • Phospholipids • Saccharide Isomerate • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Ursolic Acid • Adenosine • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Arnica Montana Flower Extract • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Glycine Soja Oil • Tocopherol • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Lactic Acid • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Pentylene Glycol • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Butylene Glycol • Tetrahydropiperine • Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate • Ethylhexyl Olivate • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Maltodextrin • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Phytate • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Ilomastat • Citrus Limon Peel Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • 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 Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream 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 Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Squalane 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 SqualaneDermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolDermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil comes from the Japanese Camellia plant. This plant is native to East Asia and known as "Tsubaki" in Japanese.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is rich in oleic acid. This makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soften and soothe the skin by forming a barrier. This barrier traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydated.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
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:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateDermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Glycine Soja Oil comes from the soybean. Glycine Soja is native to eastern Asia.
Soybean oil is an emollient. It is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids including palmitic, stearic, oleic, and linoleic acids.
As an emollient, the fatty acids in soybean oil helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. It does so by creating a film on top that traps moisture in.
Soybean oil is also rich in vitamin E, a potent antioxidant. Vitamin E is also anti-inflammatory and provides a soothing effect.
Studies show soy may help fade hyperpigmentation from UVB. It does so by disrupting the melanin process from UVB induced skin inflammation.
This ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne, safe.
Soybeans are rich in proteins and are part of the legume family. Foods made with soybeans include tofu, soymilk, edamame, miso, and soy sauce.
Learn more about Glycine Soja OilDermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilDermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsDermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
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 Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 52.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Intense Wrinkle Cream contains this as ingredient number 63.
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