Mychelle Remarkable Retinal Night Cream Versus Mychelle Remarkable Retinal Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 14 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 parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Mychelle Remarkable Retinal Night Cream 51 ingredients
Mychelle Remarkable Retinal Serum 24 ingredients
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Mychelle Remarkable Retinal Night Cream 51 ingredients
Mychelle Remarkable Retinal Serum 24 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Ether
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Trehalose
HumectantRetinal
Skin Conditioning
Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract
AstringentLecithin
EmollientAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentOpuntia Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningTotarol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Carnosine
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningTocotrienols
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil
Masking
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate
Emulsifying
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Elaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDextran
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Squalane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Stearic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Alcohol Denat., Trehalose, Retinal, Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract, Lecithin, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Opuntia Vulgaris Extract, Totarol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carnosine, Ascorbic Acid, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Tocotrienols, Tocopherol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Fructooligosaccharides, Allantoin, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate, Alcohol, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Cyclodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Dextran, Potassium Sorbate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract
Perfuming
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCyclodextrin
AbsorbentPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhytic Acid
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Retinal, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Callus Culture Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Allantoin, Ceramide NP, Pentylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Cyclodextrin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Xanthan Gum, Phytic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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 WaterGlycerin 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 RetinalAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder comes from the aloe plant.
You may know Aloe to be a good sunburn reliever and inflammation reducer. This is because it contains many components that are known to help reduce irritation and itchiness.
Aloe leaves are also great moisturizers. They are naturally rich in polysaccharides, a carbohydrate made of sugars. Polysaccharides are able to mimic the carbs found in the top layer of your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins neutralize free radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe does not protect against UV rays, despite it soothing sunburns.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderTocopherol (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 TocopherolAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCloudberry seed oil is rich in vitamin C, citric acid, malic acid, vitamin C, and beta-carotene.
This Honeysuckle flower extract comes from the Italian honeysuckle. It is an antioxidant, antimicrobial, and fragrance.
Both this and the Japanese Honeysuckle are rich in a natural paraben that give it antimicrobial property. They are effective in inhibiting bacteria, yeast, and mold.
Honeysuckle contains flavonoids and saponins. Both of these components are natural antioxidants that can help soothe the skin.
As most flowers do, honeysuckle has a natural fragrance.
Learn more about Lonicera Caprifolium Flower ExtractLavandula Angustifolia Oil is more commonly known as lavender essential oil.
Lavender imparts a famous scent. While the smell is lovely, this ingredient and may sensitize skin in topical products. This is because it contains linalool, a known allergen.
However, lavender essential oil has shown to have anti-inflammatory activity due to its prostanoid and histamine content. Its leaves also exhibit antibacterial properties.
More research is needed to confirm lavender essential oil's effects when used in aromatherapy.
Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia OilLonicera Japonica Flower Extract comes from the honeysuckle flower.
Honeysuckles have skin protecting, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains many antioxidants, such as luteolin, caffeic acid, loniflavone, and chlorogenic acids.
This honeysuckle is native to East Asia and used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and inflammation.
Learn more about Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractWe don't have a description for Cyclodextrin yet.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateXanthan 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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