iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Slushy Serum Moisturizer Crush Versus iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Retinol Remix 1% Retinol Treatment
Updated on April 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free serums. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.
Ingredient Info
iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Slushy Serum Moisturizer Crush 37 ingredients
iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Retinol Remix 1% Retinol Treatment 54 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Slushy Serum Moisturizer Crush 37 ingredients
iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Retinol Remix 1% Retinol Treatment 54 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientBakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Citrus Junos Seed Oil
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract
Skin Protecting
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDextrin
AbsorbentTin Oxide
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingDocosahexaenoic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Citrus Junos Peel Oil
Astringent
Sodium Phytate
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Monascus Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tromethamine
BufferingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Stearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Bakuchiol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Junos Seed Oil, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Betaine, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Carbomer, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Dextrin, Tin Oxide, Tocopherol, Sorbitol, Phosphatidylcholine, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Sodium Phytate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Phytosphingosine, Monascus Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tromethamine, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate
Emulsifying
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Glucose
Humectant
Xanthophylls
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate, Coconut Alkanes, Glycine Soja Oil, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Tranexamic Acid, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Retinol, Retinal, N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glucose, Xanthophylls, Lecithin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cellulose Gum, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Arachidyl Glucoside, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol
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 WaterDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic Acid1,2-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
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolThis 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 GlycerinXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolSodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
Ingredient Ratings
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iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Slushy Serum Moisturizer Crush 37 ingredients
iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Retinol Remix 1% Retinol Treatment 54 ingredients
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iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Slushy Serum Moisturizer Crush 37 ingredients
I love all of Innbeauty but this may be my favorite. It feels amazing and has a rough, grainy texture that dries instantly into a dewy sheen.
Because it clears my skin without drying it and gives me the smoothest skin ever
