Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol versus Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate .
Last updated on August 21, 2023. Published on September 15, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
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, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol 32 ingredients
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate 17 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol 32 ingredients
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate 17 ingredients
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Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol 32 ingredients
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate 17 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Caprylyl Methicone • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Undecane • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Trisiloxane • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate • Pentylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Tridecane • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Peg-12 Dimethicone • Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer • Bisabolol • Retinol • Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate • Ascorbic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Silica Silylate • Zea Mays Starch • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Phenylpropanol • Polysorbate 20 • Caprylyl Glycol • Propanediol • Silica • Dimethicone • Propyl Gallate • Disodium EDTA • BHT • Tocopherol
Propanediol • Dimethicone • Ascorbic Acid • Azelaic Acid • Urea • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Tocopherol • Bakuchiol • Ferulic Acid • Retinol • Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer • BHT • Dipropylene Glycol • Polysorbate 20 • Propyl Gallate
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Ingredients Explained
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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 RetinolEndocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 16.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidEndocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 18.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 24.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 16.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolEndocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 26.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 28.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 2.
Propyl Gallate is an antioxidant and is a fragrance.
Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 29.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 17.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
BHT also helps stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Many products are sensitive to air and light. BHT prevents them from breaking down when exposed.
Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 31.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 TocopherolEndocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol contains this as ingredient number 32.
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 9.
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Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol 32 ingredients
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate 17 ingredients
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Endocare Renewal Retinol Intensive Serum 0.5% Pure Retinol 32 ingredients
Matter Of Fact Wrinkle + Texture Concentrate 17 ingredients
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