MizuMi Advance Retinoic Ester Concentrate Serum Versus Fyne Retinoid Regenerating Serum
Updated on October 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 12 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, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
MizuMi Advance Retinoic Ester Concentrate Serum 38 ingredients
Fyne Retinoid Regenerating Serum 61 ingredients
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MizuMi Advance Retinoic Ester Concentrate Serum 38 ingredients
Fyne Retinoid Regenerating Serum 61 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientC15-19 Alkane
SolventDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventEthylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Squalane
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingBetaine
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientLactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPhenylpropanol
Masking
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50
Skin Conditioning
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, C15-19 Alkane, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Phenoxyethanol, Squalane, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Carbomer, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Hydroxide, Betaine, BHT, Bisabolol, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 80, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Sorbitan Oleate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Phenylpropanol, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, 1,2-Hexanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Methylpropanediol
SolventSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSteareth-2
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSteareth-21
CleansingGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
PEG-100 Stearate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Melatonin
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Lecithin
EmollientCarnitine
CleansingCeramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTrisodium EDTA
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
4-Butylresorcinol
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Propylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Retinol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Methylpropanediol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Steareth-2, Xanthan Gum, Steareth-21, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Ceteareth-20, PEG-100 Stearate, Citric Acid, Allantoin, Retinal, Melatonin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dipropylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Phospholipids, Polysorbate 80, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ferulic Acid, Resveratrol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Salicylate, Lecithin, Carnitine, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide AP, Sodium Citrate, Trisodium EDTA, Ubiquinone, Potassium Sorbate, 4-Butylresorcinol, Tocopherol, Biotin, Ceramide EOP
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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 GlycerinDimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.
As a solvent, dimethyl isosorbide helps dissolve other ingredients. This helps ensure even distribution of an ingredient. It may also be used to decrease the thickness of a product.
Studies show dimethyl isosorbide is able to penetrate skin to deliver other ingredients into the skin, making them more effective.
Learn more about Dimethyl IsosorbidePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneThis ingredient is a retinoid. It usually goes by a more common name: "Granactive".
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes retinol and tretinoin.
Retinoids have been proven to:
So what is the difference between all the retinoids? Most retinoids need to go through a conversion line to become effective on skin. The ending product is retinoic acid. Retinoic acid is AKA tretinoin.
HPR is an ester of tretinoin. Emerging studies suggest HPR to have an added benefit that other retinoids don't have: Low irritation.
A study from 2021 found HPR to have the greatest stability when exposed to light and temperature out of all the commercial retinoids.
A note about naming: The name "Granactive" is the trade name and the name most commonly used on packages.
Granactive is the name of the mixture - about 90% solvent and 10% HPR. A product with 5% granactive has 0.5% HPR.
Learn more about Hydroxypinacolone RetinoateChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPolysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80Tocopheryl 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 AcetateXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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