Hero Cosmetics Rescue Retinol Nighttime Renewing Cream Versus The Originote Bright B3 Serum Face Serum
Updated on July 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
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 and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
Hero Cosmetics Rescue Retinol Nighttime Renewing Cream 28 ingredients
The Originote Bright B3 Serum Face Serum 31 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Hero Cosmetics Rescue Retinol Nighttime Renewing Cream 28 ingredients
The Originote Bright B3 Serum Face Serum 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
C13-15 Alkane
SolventSqualane
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Magnesium Sulfate
Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Ethyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Humulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialCopernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Water, Glycerin, C13-15 Alkane, Squalane, Octyldodecanol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Panthenol, Retinol, Resveratrol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Gluconolactone, Ubiquinone, Ethyl Ferulate, Calcium Gluconate, Allantoin, Beta-Glucan, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
BufferingTranexamic Acid
Astringent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glutathione
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Propylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glutathione, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hexylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Cholesterol, Ceramide NP, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract, Chlorphenesin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
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.
Learn more about AllantoinBeta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi. It hydrates the skin and helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
As an antioxidant, beta-glucan helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show this ingredient may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanThis 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 TriglycerideGlycerin 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!
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