Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum versus Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum .
Published on June 13, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both serums. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum 42 ingredients
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum 24 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum 42 ingredients
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum 24 ingredients
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L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum 42 ingredients
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum 24 ingredients
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Dipropylene Glycol • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Glycerin • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Peg/Ppg/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin • Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid • Ppg-3 Myristyl Ether • Carbomer • Triethanolamine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Polyacrylate • Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Adenosine • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Acetyl Trifluoromethylphenyl Valylglycine • Xanthan Gum • Pentylene Glycol • T-Butyl Alcohol • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • BHA • Retinyl Palmitate • Tocopherol • Methylparaben • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Linalool • Geraniol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Amyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Citronellol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Hexyl Cinnamal • Benzyl Alcohol • Benzyl Benzoate • Benzyl Salicylate • Parfum
Water • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Glycerin • Alcohol Denat. • Dimethicone • Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Adenosine • Faex Extract • Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Limonene • Xanthan Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Octyldodecanol • Citronellol • Parfum
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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. 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!
Learn more about WaterL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Bifida Ferment Lysate is derived from the fermentation of Bifida bacteria (often with dairy). It is a probiotic and helps to strengthen our skin's microbiome.
Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin against infection. It also helps our skin stay hydrated and healthy.
Studies also show this ingredient to be a promising soothing ingredient for sensitive skin.
Learn more about Bifida Ferment LysateL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid.
L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 HyaluronateL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine.
L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a polymer made from ammonium salts. It helps add stability and texture to a product.
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is stable over a wide pH range. Due to its ability to absorb water, it can help thicken the texture of a product.
As an emulsion stabilizer, this ingredient is able to stabilize and mix the other ingredients. This creates a consistent texture.
Learn more about Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Xanthan 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 GumL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumL'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Anti-Aging Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
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L'Oreal Revitalift Pro Retinol Hydrating Smoothing Serum 42 ingredients
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