Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 20 0.2% Retinal Serum Versus Taro Adapalene Gel 0.1%
Updated on October 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing 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
Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 20 0.2% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients
Taro Adapalene Gel 0.1% 8 ingredients
About this product
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Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 20 0.2% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients
Taro Adapalene Gel 0.1% 8 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingOleyl Erucate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose
AbsorbentAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oleyl Erucate, Glycerin, Triheptanoin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Panthenol, Ectoin, Cellulose, Allantoin, Retinal, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 WaterDisodium 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 EDTAPhenoxyethanol 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.
Ingredient Ratings
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Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 20 0.2% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients
Taro Adapalene Gel 0.1% 8 ingredients
Reviews
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Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 20 0.2% Retinal Serum 20 ingredients
This is BY FAR the BEST inexpensive Retinal product. Retinal 0.2% strength is the highest OTC strength you can get. Due to the Ectoin, which is an amazing ingredient that is not in the lower versions, it is much easier to handle the irritation.
Also: This one is better than The Ordinary Retinal, better ingredients and Ectoin makes it superior. It has a Clean Ingredient list and a great dupe of Show more
Taro Adapalene Gel 0.1% 8 ingredients
Only adapalene I could find that is paraben free! Been using for several weeks and has not significantly irritated my skin.
My skin can’t handle tret. This is perfect for me. It’s FA safe and allergen free. Loving the results.
