Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 versus Theramid Clinical Vitamin A .
Last updated on March 07, 2024. Published on November 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid and Vitamin E
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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 41 ingredients
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A 23 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Non Vegan
This product is not 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
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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 🎉
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Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 41 ingredients
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 41 ingredients
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A 23 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Isododecane • Cetearyl Olivate • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Cyclodextrin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Sorbitan Olivate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Squalane • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Hydroxyacetophenone • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil • Pentylene Glycol • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Retinal • Alumina • Isostearic Acid • Lecithin • Sodium Polyaspartate • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Stearic Acid • Polysorbate 60 • Sorbitan Isostearate • BHT • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Dipteryx Odorata Bean Extract • Coumarin • CI 14700 • Titanium Dioxide
Water • Glycerin • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propanediol • Coco-Caprylate • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate • Cellulose Acetate Butyrate • Cetyl Alcohol • Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate • Retinol • Retinal • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Plankton Extract • Ceramide Ng • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Jojoba Esters • Lecithin • Pullulan • Sclerotium Gum • Sodium Benzoate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMedik8 Crystal Retinal 6 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A contains this as ingredient number 1.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideMedik8 Crystal Retinal 6 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinMedik8 Crystal Retinal 6 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A contains this as ingredient number 2.
Retinal 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 RetinalMedik8 Crystal Retinal 6 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A contains this as ingredient number 13.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinMedik8 Crystal Retinal 6 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 contains this as ingredient number 32.
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A contains this as ingredient number 18.
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Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 41 ingredients
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A 23 ingredients
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Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 41 ingredients
Theramid Clinical Vitamin A 23 ingredients
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