Fyne Retinoid Regenerating Serum Versus TheSkinlist Retinal Booster Night Perfecting Lotion
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Fyne Retinoid Regenerating Serum 61 ingredients
TheSkinlist Retinal Booster Night Perfecting Lotion 22 ingredients
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Fyne Retinoid Regenerating Serum 61 ingredients
TheSkinlist Retinal Booster Night Perfecting Lotion 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Methylpropanediol
SolventSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSteareth-2
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSteareth-21
CleansingGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
PEG-100 Stearate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Melatonin
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Lecithin
EmollientCarnitine
CleansingCeramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTrisodium EDTA
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
4-Butylresorcinol
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Propylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Retinol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Methylpropanediol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Steareth-2, Xanthan Gum, Steareth-21, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Ceteareth-20, PEG-100 Stearate, Citric Acid, Allantoin, Retinal, Melatonin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dipropylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Phospholipids, Polysorbate 80, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ferulic Acid, Resveratrol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Salicylate, Lecithin, Carnitine, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide AP, Sodium Citrate, Trisodium EDTA, Ubiquinone, Potassium Sorbate, 4-Butylresorcinol, Tocopherol, Biotin, Ceramide EOP
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventEthylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningPPG-3 Myristyl Ether
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Water, Niacinamide, Pisum Sativum Extract, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, PPG-3 Myristyl Ether, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30, Ethylhexylglycerin, Retinol, Retinal, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Citrate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolDimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.
As a solvent, dimethyl isosorbide helps dissolve other ingredients. This helps ensure even distribution of an ingredient. It may also be used to decrease the thickness of a product.
Studies show dimethyl isosorbide is able to penetrate skin to deliver other ingredients into the skin, making them more effective.
Learn more about Dimethyl IsosorbideRetinol 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 RetinolPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Retinal is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the gold-standard class of anti-aging ingredients.
Retinal has many benefits as other retinoids: improve skin texture, reduce large pores, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, heal scars, and fight acne.
Studies show retinal may work at a faster rate than retinol due to its structure.
All retinoids have to be converted into retinoic acid before starting to work. Some retinoids take several steps of conversion before binding. Retinal is only one step away, making it more potent.
Like other retinoids, retinal may be irritating. It is best to ease into using this ingredient frequently.
Using the 'ramp up' method, start by using retinol once a week. This gives your skin time to adjust and decrease irritation. Once you feel ready, you can slowly increase the frequency of retinol use.
Using retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
Learn more about RetinalHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateIngredient Ratings
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