Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum versus Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream .
Last updated on October 05, 2023. Published on October 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
Night Moisturizer
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Ingredient Info
Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream 43 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream 43 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Dimethicone • Methylpropanediol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Glycerin • C12-16 Alcohols • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Distarch Phosphate • Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer • Stearic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Propylene Glycol • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Palmitic Acid • Cetearyl Olivate • Caprylyl Glycol • Tricaprylin • Behenyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Sorbitan Olivate • Squalane • Hydroxyacetophenone • Retinol • Disodium EDTA • Arginine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Phenylpropanol • Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Sorbitol • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Herb Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil • BHT • Ascorbic Acid • Limonene • Linalool • Geraniol
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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 AcetateMedik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
We don't have a description for Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer.
Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneMedik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolMedik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream contains this as ingredient number 42.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolMedik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.
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Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream 43 ingredients
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Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Serum 11 ingredients
Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream 43 ingredients
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Medik8 Night Ritual Vitamin A Age-Defying Retinol Cream 43 ingredients
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