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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum versus Dermelect Outcrease Retinol Trifecta Serum .

Published on February 19, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, retinoid, Vitamin C 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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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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.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Buy Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum

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Starts at $42.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Irritating

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid (3)
Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E
Ceramides
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (5)
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (7)
Dark Spots (5)
Scar Healing (6)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying (3)
Irritating (4)
Eczema
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dermelect Outcrease Retinol Trifecta Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dermelect Outcrease Retinol Trifecta Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Emollient, Moisturising
Community Rating: Disliked

Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.

Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dermelect Outcrease Retinol Trifecta Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dermelect Outcrease Retinol Trifecta Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

35% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet
32% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet

Usage

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