Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum

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Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum Versus Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum

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Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and retinoid

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, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum 20 ingredients

Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum 26 ingredients

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Dr. Denese SkinScience Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum 20 ingredients

Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum 26 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Hydroshield Pro Strength Serum

Dimethicone

Cyclopentasiloxane

Caprylyl Methicone

Dimethiconol

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Antioxidant

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Skin Conditioning

Paphiopedilum Maudiae Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Skin Conditioning

Bisabolol

Masking

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

Masking

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Ethylhexyl Cocoate

Glyceryl Linoleate

Glyceryl Linolenate

Tocopheryl Acetate

Cholesterol

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Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Antimicrobial

BHT

Antioxidant

C18-36 Acid Triglyceride

Emollient

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Ceramide NP

Ceramide Ns

Cyclohexasiloxane

Dimethiconol

Ethylhexyl Cocoate

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Emollient

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Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer

Lecithin

Emollient

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Masking

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Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Skin Conditioning

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Skin Conditioning

Persea Gratissima Oil

Phytosphingosine

Phytosterols

Polysorbate 20

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Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Retinol

Sorbitan Laurate

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Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane

Antioxidant

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.

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.

It is also 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

Dimethiconol

Emollient, Moisturising

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.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.

Ethylhexyl Cocoate

Emollient

Ethylhexyl Cocoate is created from 2-ethylhexanol and Coconut Acid. Coconut Acid is created from the fatty acids derived from Coconut Oil.

As an emollient, Ethylhexyl Cocoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a thin film on top of skin that traps moisture in.

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.