Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum Versus Olival Vitaminski Serum RA

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum versus Olival Vitaminski Serum RA .

Last updated on March 13, 2024. Published on April 16, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain retinoid and Vitamin E

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, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum

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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.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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Ingredient Info

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA 33 ingredients

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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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA 33 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation (2)

Skin Texture

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging

Dark Spots

Scar Healing (2)

Acne Fighting

Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying

Irritating

Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Ceramides (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (8)

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing (9)

Reduces Irritation (8)

Skin Texture (2)

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging (7)

Dark Spots (2)

Scar Healing (3)

Acne Fighting

Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying

Irritating

Rosacea (2)

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA 33 ingredients

Water • Caprylic Acid • Oleyl Erucate • Glycerin • Triheptanoin • Cyclodextrin • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Allantoin • Retinal 0.1% • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil • Panthenol • Citric Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Pentylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol

Water • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Glycerin • Allantoin • Bisabolol • Ceramide NP • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide Eos • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide AP • Retinal • Phospholipids • Astaxanthin • Behenic Acid • Cholesterol • Ceteareth-25 • Cetyl Alcohol • Caprooyl Phytosphingosine • Caprooyl Sphingosine • Squalane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate • Cyclodextrin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • Ascorbic Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Silica

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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

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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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 1.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 3.

Cyclodextrin

What it does: Absorbent

We don't have a description for Cyclodextrin.

Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 24.

Allantoin

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing

Community Rating: Loved

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 4.

Retinal

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 11.

Citric Acid

What it does: Buffering, Masking

Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 32.

Tocopheryl Acetate

What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 25.

Ethylhexylglycerin

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 27.

Phenoxyethanol

What it does: Preservative

Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.

Olival Vitaminski Serum RA contains this as ingredient number 26.

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