Laboratories Bailleul Ketrel 0.05% Tretinoin Cream Versus Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.05%
Updated on February 06, 2024
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They both contain retinoid
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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, silicones or sulfates
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Laboratories Bailleul Ketrel 0.05% Tretinoin Cream 13 ingredients
Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.05% 9 ingredients
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Laboratories Bailleul Ketrel 0.05% Tretinoin Cream 13 ingredients
Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.05% 9 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristateBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTWater. 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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Laboratories Bailleul Ketrel 0.05% Tretinoin Cream 13 ingredients
Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.05% 9 ingredients
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Perrigo Tretinoin Cream, USP 0.05% 9 ingredients
Smoothes lines, clears my skin
Saved my skin! On it for 1+ years
