Marcelle Retinol2 + PHA Renewing Night Cream Versus Marcelle Peptide + Probiotic Firming Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Marcelle Retinol2 + PHA Renewing Night Cream 32 ingredients
Marcelle Peptide + Probiotic Firming Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer 35 ingredients
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Marcelle Retinol2 + PHA Renewing Night Cream 32 ingredients
Marcelle Peptide + Probiotic Firming Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer 35 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentCandelilla Cera
Emollient
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningEthyl Ferulate
Antioxidant
Humulus Lupulus Extract
Antimicrobial1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingCetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Candelilla Cera, Retinol, Bakuchiol, Lactobacillus Ferment, Ethyl Ferulate, Humulus Lupulus Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Maltodextrin, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Gluconate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventDimethicone
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingOctyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCandelilla Cera
Emollient
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris/Lupinus Albus Protein Ferment
Skin ConditioningN-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Tapioca Starch
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Stearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Candelilla Cera, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Allantoin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Chlorella Vulgaris/Lupinus Albus Protein Ferment, N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate, Panthenol, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Tapioca Starch, CI 77891, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Mica, Sodium Gluconate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
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 WaterPropanediol 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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinDimethicone 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 DimethiconeButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterCandelilla Cera isn't fungal acne safe.
Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.
Studies show lactobacillus ferment to be effective at repairing the skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. It also protects against bad bacteria.
As a probiotic/prebiotic/postbiotic, Lactobacillus ferment can help regular our natural biome. In fact, one study found a lack of diversity in our natural skin biome can trigger acne.
Learn more about Lactobacillus Ferment1,2-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
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateSodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateCaprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolXanthan 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 GumIngredient Ratings
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