Matkas Retinal 0.05% + Niacinamide 5% Serum Versus Gema Herrerías 0,1 RETINAL-RHM
Updated on October 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, retinoid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Matkas Retinal 0.05% + Niacinamide 5% Serum 42 ingredients
Gema Herrerías 0,1 RETINAL-RHM 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Matkas Retinal 0.05% + Niacinamide 5% Serum 42 ingredients
Gema Herrerías 0,1 RETINAL-RHM 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrum
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Pentaerythrityl Distearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Emulsion StabilisingBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butyrum, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Glycereth-26, Methyl Gluceth-20, Tranexamic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Distearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dipropylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cholesterol, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Tocopherol, Retinal, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Adenosine, Fructooligosaccharides, Disodium EDTA, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Beta-Glucan, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingDodecane
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Dodecane, Panthenol, Retinal, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Lactobacillus, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Maltodextrin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 GlycerinRetinal is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the gold-standard class of anti-aging ingredients.
Retinal has many benefits as other retinoids: improve skin texture, reduce large pores, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, heal scars, and fight acne.
Studies show retinal may work at a faster rate than retinol due to its structure.
All retinoids have to be converted into retinoic acid before starting to work. Some retinoids take several steps of conversion before binding. Retinal is only one step away, making it more potent.
Like other retinoids, retinal may be irritating. It is best to ease into using this ingredient frequently.
Using the 'ramp up' method, start by using retinol once a week. This gives your skin time to adjust and decrease irritation. Once you feel ready, you can slowly increase the frequency of retinol use.
Using 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.
Learn more about RetinalTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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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