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Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum Versus Murad InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment

Serum

Facial Treatment

American Brand

Updated on August 20, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, 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, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

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Ingredient Info

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Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum 53 ingredients

Murad InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment 20 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum 53 ingredients

Murad InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment 20 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Retinol Youth Renewal Serum

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Isopropyl Palmitate

Emollient

3-4 / 1 May worsen Oily Skin Icon

C14-22 Alcohols

Emulsion Stabilising

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Dimethicone

Propanediol

Glyceryl Stearate

1 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

PEG-100 Stearate

0 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Shea Butter Ethyl Esters

Emollient

Retinol

Skin Conditioning

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Skin Conditioning

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract

Antioxidant

Swertia Chirata Extract

Humectant

Squalane

Emollient

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Punica Granatum Extract

Tocopheryl Acetate

Glycine Soja Extract

Urea

Yeast Amino Acids

Trehalose

Inositol

Taurine

Betaine

Glycerin

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Silica

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

2-3 / 0 May worsen Oily Skin Icon

Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Emollient

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Lecithin

Emollient

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer

C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside

Emulsifying

Cetyl Palmitate

Emollient

0 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Laureth-23

Cleansing

3 / 0

Polysorbate 20

Emulsifying

0 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Trideceth-6 Phosphate

Emulsifying

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Chlorphenesin

Antimicrobial

Disodium EDTA

Sodium Hydroxide

Buffering

Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate

Stabilising

Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate

CI 77891

CI 14700

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

Perfuming

Citronellol

Perfuming

Parfum

Masking

Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isopropyl Palmitate, C14-22 Alcohols, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Retinol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Swertia Chirata Extract, Squalane, Punica Granatum Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycine Soja Extract, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Silica, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Butylene Glycol, Lecithin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cetyl Palmitate, Laureth-23, Polysorbate 20, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, CI 77891, CI 14700, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Parfum

InvisiScar Resurfacing Treatment

Dimethicone

Emollient

1 / 0 Silicon Icon

Polysilicone-11

Ascorbic Acid

Antioxidant

Silica

Abrasive

Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Asiaticoside

Madecassic Acid

Asiatic Acid

Hexylresorcinol

Salicylic Acid

Acetyl Glucosamine

Hydroxytyrosol

Tocopheryl Acetate

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Parfum

Limonene

Linalool

CI 77891

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.

Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.

Learn more about CI 77891

Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

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Dimethyl Isosorbide

Solvent

Dimethyl 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.

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Parfum

Masking, Perfuming

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.

When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.

Learn more about Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Silica

Abrasive, Absorbent

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

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 Acetate