Elizavecca Milky Piggy EGF Elastic Retinol Cream Versus The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane
Updated on March 04, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Elizavecca Milky Piggy EGF Elastic Retinol Cream 35 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane 8 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Elizavecca Milky Piggy EGF Elastic Retinol Cream 35 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane 8 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Swiftlet Nest Extract
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
PEG-100 Stearate
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingBetaine
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Arginine
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCeteth-3
EmulsifyingBrassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
PEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Ceteth-5
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Swiftlet Nest Extract, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Beeswax, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Dipropylene Glycol, Retinol, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sodium Polyacrylate, Allantoin, PEG-100 Stearate, Adenosine, Carbomer, Betaine, Propylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polysorbate 20, Arginine, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceteth-3, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetyl Phosphate, Cholesterol, PEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Ceteth-5, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Stearate, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about RetinolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideIngredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
When to use
Elizavecca Milky Piggy EGF Elastic Retinol Cream 35 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane 8 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Elizavecca Milky Piggy EGF Elastic Retinol Cream 35 ingredients
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane 8 ingredients
It’s a great value but it’s definitely like rubbing pure oil on your face, squalane breaks me out apparently.
I don’t like the feeling of oil on my face, it’s just too much for me.
Like the texture
I've tried a lot of retinols and liked the texture of this one the most
