NeoStrata Potent Retinol Complex Versus Ioox Labs Dioxmin Anti-Redness Serum
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
NeoStrata Potent Retinol Complex 32 ingredients
Ioox Labs Dioxmin Anti-Redness Serum 29 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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NeoStrata Potent Retinol Complex 32 ingredients
Ioox Labs Dioxmin Anti-Redness Serum 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Isohexadecane
EmollientCellulose
AbsorbentRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Glyceryl Dilaurate
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSteareth-10
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Polyacrylamide
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Water, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Caprylyl Methicone, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Niacinamide, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Butylene Glycol, Ceteareth-20, Isohexadecane, Cellulose, Retinol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Glyceryl Dilaurate, Laureth-7, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Steareth-10, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Polyacrylamide, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Mannitol
Humectant
Octyldodecyl Xyloside
EmulsifyingPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Citrate
BufferingDiosmine
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract
AstringentHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Xylose
HumectantWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Octyldodecanol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Mannitol, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Phosphatidylcholine, Cholesterol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Diosmine, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Polysorbate 80, Xanthan Gum, T-Butyl Alcohol, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Sodium Chloride, Xylose
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium 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 EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
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 WaterXanthan 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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