Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer versus Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum .
Published on February 13, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
Ingredient Info
Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum 22 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum 22 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum 22 ingredients
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf • Helianthus Annuus Seed • Isopropyl Palmitate • Pentylene Glycol • Phospholipids • Retinol • Polysorbate 20 • Potassium Phosphate • Tocopherol • Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Glycerin • Simmondsia Chinensis Butter • Camellia Sinensis Leaf • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Panthenol • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Citric Acid
Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide • Glycerin • Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Water • Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose • Jojoba Esters • Thioctic Acid • Pentylene Glycol • Polysorbate 80 • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Propolis Extract • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Equisetum Arvense Extract • Geranium Maculatum Extract • Taraxacum Officinale Extract • Retinol
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Ingredients Explained
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Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolMaritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Retinol is a form of Vitamin A and proven to help with anti-aging.
It promotes collagen production, increases new cell turnoever, and protects your skin as an antioxidant.
Retinol boosts collagen production and increases cell turnover. This makes retinol effective in removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Retinol is less effective when exposed to sun. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent.
Using retinol and retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
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Learn more about RetinolMaritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
We don't have a description for Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide.
Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycerinMaritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
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Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum 22 ingredients
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Maritime Naturals Professional Retinol Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Maritime Naturals 1% Retinol Serum 22 ingredients
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