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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Galderma Aklief Trifarotene Cream versus Bausch Health Retin-A Micro (Tretinoin) Gel Microsphere 0.1% .

Last updated on April 30, 2024. Published on October 12, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols and silicones

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Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

Prescription

Prescription skincare treatments. The ingredients in these product are prescription strength and considered medication. In many countries, these must be prescribed by a certified professional.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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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.

1
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

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Galderma Aklief Trifarotene Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

Bausch Health Retin-A Micro (Tretinoin) Gel Microsphere 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 6.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Galderma Aklief Trifarotene Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

Bausch Health Retin-A Micro (Tretinoin) Gel Microsphere 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 2.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

20% are loved or liked
30% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
25% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
58% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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