Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream versus Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol .
Published on December 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, retinoid and Vitamin C
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
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream 33 ingredients
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol 49 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
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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
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Not Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
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Fragrance Free
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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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 😥
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream 33 ingredients
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol 49 ingredients
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream 33 ingredients
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol 49 ingredients
Water • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Glycerin • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether • Dimethicone • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Pentylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Behenate • Ceteareth-20 • Isohexadecane • Cellulose • 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Sodium Polyacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Steareth-10 • Caprylyl Glycol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Glyceryl Dilaurate • Polyacrylamide • Polysorbate 20 • Retinol • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Chlorphenesin • Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract • BHT • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Laureth-7 • Ascorbic Acid
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether • C12-20 Acid Peg-8 Ester • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Phenyl Trimethicone • Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride • Algae Extract • Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Cetyl Alcohol • Retinol • Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract • Mangifera Indica Seed Butter • Coffea Arabica Seed Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Caffeine • Ascorbic Acid • Urea • Butylene Glycol • Squalane • Trehalose • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Peg-100 Stearate • Linoleic Acid • Glyceryl Stearate • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Sorbitol • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tocopherol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Behenyl Alcohol • Sodium PCA • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Carbomer • Triacetin • Polyquaternium-51 • Xanthan Gum • BHA • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Metabisulfite • Chlorphenesin • Potassium Sorbate • Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 10.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 21.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 49.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 39.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 35.
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.
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Learn more about RetinolNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 13.
Chlorphenesin 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 ChlorphenesinNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 47.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 38.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 17.
Disodium 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 EDTANeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 45.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidNeutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream 33 ingredients
Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol 49 ingredients
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Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+ 0.3% Night Cream 33 ingredients
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