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Masque Bar my iN.gredients Retinol in Squalane Versus Good Molecules 1% Retinol Night Oil

Facial Treatment
Facial Treatment
Canadian Brand Canada
American Brand United States

Updated on August 15, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 2 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, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Masking, Skin Conditioning

This 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.

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Skin Conditioning

Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.

Why is retinol famous?

It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.

Retinol is proven to:

This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.

Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).

Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. 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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When to use

12 Routines
0% use in am
100% use in pm
75% use every day
76 Routines
3% use in am
97% use in pm
50% use every day
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Reviews

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Masque Bar my iN.gredients Retinol in Squalane 6 ingredients

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Good Molecules 1% Retinol Night Oil 6 ingredients

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Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Light (1)
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Gemini James

5 months ago
Review

Feels soooo amazing and nourishing. My favorite higher potency retinol I’ve tried for sure. And the scent from the plum oil smells divine. The bottle is tiny, which I was worried about at first, but a little goes a long way so I expect that even at its tiny size, it’ll last a decent while.

#great value
#light
#absorbs well
#light scent