Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem versus Medik8 Advanced Night Repair .
Published on July 30, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe night moisturizers. They have a total of 21 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, ceramides, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Night Moisturizer
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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
Ingredient Info
Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem 64 ingredients
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair 58 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
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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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem 64 ingredients
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair 58 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem 64 ingredients
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair 58 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride • Octyldodecyl Myristate • Propanediol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Jojoba Esters • Glycerin • Cetearyl Nonanoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Arachidyl Alcohol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax • Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides • Triheptanoin • Retinyl Palmitate • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 • Cyanidium Caldarium Extract • Avena Sativa Kernel Oil • Ceramide NP • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide Eos • Allantoin • Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax • Centella Asiatica Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Beta-Glucan • Squalene • Cholesterol • Caprooyl Phytosphingosine • Caprooyl Sphingosine • Tocopherol • Behenic Acid • Behenyl Alcohol • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Arachidyl Glucoside • Cetearyl Glucoside • Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum • Butylene Glycol • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Polysorbate 20 • Cellulose Gum • Polyglycerin-3 • Glycine Soja Oil • Ceteareth-25 • Pentylene Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • Lactic Acid • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Beta-Sitosterol • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum
Water • Squalane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Stearic Acid • Phytosterols • Propylene Glycol • C12-16 Alcohols • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Palmitic Acid • Ceramide NP • Cetearyl Olivate • Linoleic Acid • Behenyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sorbitan Olivate • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • Amelanchier Alnifolia Fruit Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Acetyl Glucosamine • Citric Acid • Sorbitol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Herb Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract • Dehydroacetic Acid • Tremella Fuciformis Extract • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil • Ascorbic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Ceramide AP • Ceteareth-25 • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Cetyl Alcohol • Behenic Acid • Ceramide Ns • Ferric Hexapeptide-35 • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide Eos • Caprooyl Phytosphingosine • Caprooyl Sphingosine • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Tocopherol • Geraniol • Limonene • Linalool
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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.
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 WaterDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 1.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 5.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 GlycerinDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 7.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 TriglycerideDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 9.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 3.
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. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 12.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 NPDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 20.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ceramide NS 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.
Ceramide NG,Ceramide NS,1,3-Hexadecanediol, 2-Hexadecanamide,Palmitoyl-C16-Dihydrosphingosine,1-Stearoyl-C18-Sphingosine
Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 21.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 48.
Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. 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 NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 22.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 40.
Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
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 NP
Learn more about Ceramide EOPDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 23.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 50.
Ceramide EOS 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.
Ceramide EOS is a synthetic N-acylated sphingolipid consisting of Sphingosine having the D-erythro structure linked to an esterified omega-hydroxy saturated or unsaturated fatty acid
Learn more about Ceramide EosDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 24.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 51.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 36.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 43.
This ceramide helps condition and moisturize skin.
It is created by reacting caproic acid and phytosphingosine, two fatty acids.
Ceramides work to improve hydration from within Their lipophilic trait means they are likely to be absorbed into skin but expected to remain in the epidermis (the outer layer of skin).
Learn more about Caprooyl PhytosphingosineDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 37.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 52.
We don't have a description for Caprooyl Sphingosine.
Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 38.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 53.
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 TocopherolDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 39.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 55.
Behenic Acid is a fatty acid and has moisturizing properties.
It is naturally occuring in the Moringa oleifera tree, rapeseed oil, and peanut oil.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Behenic AcidDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 40.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 47.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 41.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ceteareth-25 comes from Cetearyl Alcohol. (And Cetearyl Alcohol is created from cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol.
This ingredient is a fatty alcohol used as an emulsifier and surfactant. As an emulsifier, it helps oil mix with water.
Like cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-25 can help thicken and create a gel-like consistency.
Learn more about Ceteareth-25Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 52.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 41.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 54.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 46.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateDr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 58.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 54.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 59.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Dr. Greve Pro-Retinol Anti Age Nattkrem contains this as ingredient number 63.
Medik8 Advanced Night Repair contains this as ingredient number 23.
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