Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer versus Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum .
Last updated on September 17, 2023. Published on December 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid
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, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer 30 ingredients
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum 8 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not 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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer 30 ingredients
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum 8 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer 30 ingredients
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum 8 ingredients
Water • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • Ceteareth-20 • Isohexadecane • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Trisiloxane • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Synthetic Wax • Polyacrylamide • Parfum • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Chlorphenesin • Ptfe • Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract • Polysorbate 20 • BHT • Retinol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Laureth-7 • Ascorbic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
BHT also helps stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Many products are sensitive to air and light. BHT prevents them from breaking down when exposed.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about RetinolNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer 30 ingredients
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum 8 ingredients
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Night Face Moisturizer 30 ingredients
Skincyclopedia 1% Retinol and Squalane Face Serum 8 ingredients
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