Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Functionalab Retinol + Serum versus Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 .
Last updated on April 08, 2024. Published on April 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 16 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, dry skin, 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 or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Functionalab Retinol + Serum 43 ingredients
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 33 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
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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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Functionalab Retinol + Serum 43 ingredients
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Functionalab Retinol + Serum 43 ingredients
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 33 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glyceryl Stearate • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Peg-100 Stearate • Isododecane • Cetyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Dilaurate • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Polysorbate 20 • Retinol • Steareth-21 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8 • Cichorium Intybus Root Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Steareth-2 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Peg-75 Stearate • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Xanthan Gum • Ceteth-20 • Steareth-20 • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Behentrimonium Chloride • Sucrose Laurate • Sorbic Acid • Benzoic Acid • Dehydroacetic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Dextran • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Glyceryl Stearate • Isosorbide Dicaprylate • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer • Peg-100 Stearate • Bakuchiol • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Retinol • Ubiquinone • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Squalane • Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract • Glyceryl Caprylate • Tocopherol • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium EDTA • Cetyl Alcohol • Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Polysorbate 20 • Butylene Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Triethanolamine • Xanthan Gum • Tocopheryl Acetate • Benzoic Acid • Sorbic Acid • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 TriglycerideFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
Functionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 AlcoholFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 20Functionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 RetinolFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Functionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Functionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Sorbic Acid is a natural antibiotic and highly effective at preventing the growth of fungus. It is less effective against bacteria.
Potassium Sorbate, another commonly-used preservative, is the potassium salt of Sorbic Acid.
Sorbic Acid may worsen eczema. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Learn more about Sorbic AcidFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 30.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAFunctionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Functionalab Retinol + Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.
Revision Skincare Retinol Complete 0.5 contains this as ingredient number 19.
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