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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum versus Revolution Beauty Retinol Serum .

Published on May 24, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain retinoid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening 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, silicones or sulfates

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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.

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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

AHA (3)
BHA
Retinoid
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (5)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (4)

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

Revolution Beauty Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

2
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.

Revolution Beauty Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.

Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.

The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.

Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.

Revolution Beauty Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

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

59% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
25% are loved or liked
25% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum 41 ingredients

5.0 /5
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CarlaPeacock_688

1 year ago · Normal Skin
Review

I suffer really bad with poor texture and hormonal breakout round my jaw. Constantly ! I've used everything going including prescription creams...

I suffer really bad with poor texture and hormonal breakout round my jaw. Constantly ! I've used everything going including prescription creams and gells . This product changes everything ! I could see the difference in less than a week!

Revolution Beauty Retinol Serum 8 ingredients

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