Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 5 0.05% Retinal Serum Versus BasicLab Emulsyjne Serum z 0.5% Czystego Retinolu, 4% Witaminy C, CBD i Koenzymem Q10 Odnowa i Stymulacja (Emulsion Serum with 0.5% Pure Retinol, 4% Vitamin C, CBD and Coenzyme Q10 Renewal and Stimulation)
Updated on May 29, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 4 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
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 5 0.05% Retinal Serum 19 ingredients
BasicLab Emulsyjne Serum z 0.5% Czystego Retinolu, 4% Witaminy C, CBD i Koenzymem Q10 Odnowa i Stymulacja (Emulsion Serum with 0.5% Pure Retinol, 4% Vitamin C, CBD and Coenzyme Q10 Renewal and Stimulation) 34 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 5 0.05% Retinal Serum 19 ingredients
BasicLab Emulsyjne Serum z 0.5% Czystego Retinolu, 4% Witaminy C, CBD i Koenzymem Q10 Odnowa i Stymulacja (Emulsion Serum with 0.5% Pure Retinol, 4% Vitamin C, CBD and Coenzyme Q10 Renewal and Stimulation) 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Oleyl Erucate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oleyl Erucate, Glycerin, Triheptanoin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cyclodextrin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Allantoin, Retinal, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tripelargonin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Shea Butter Ethyl Esters
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced
Antioxidant
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Trehalose
Humectant
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxystearic Acid
Cleansing
Epilobium Fleischeri Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Citric Acid
Buffering
Octyldodecanol
EmollientSodium Citrate
BufferingWater, Squalane, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tripelargonin, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Saccharide Isomerate, Ceramide NP, Retinol, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide AP, Cholesterol, Tocopherol, Cannabidiol - Synthetically Produced, Ubiquinone, Trehalose, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Hydroxystearic Acid, Epilobium Fleischeri Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Citric Acid, Octyldodecanol, Sodium Citrate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 5 0.05% Retinal Serum 19 ingredients
BasicLab Emulsyjne Serum z 0.5% Czystego Retinolu, 4% Witaminy C, CBD i Koenzymem Q10 Odnowa i Stymulacja (Emulsion Serum with 0.5% Pure Retinol, 4% Vitamin C, CBD and Coenzyme Q10 Renewal and Stimulation) 34 ingredients
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