Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum versus Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum .
Last updated on August 20, 2023. Published on December 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. 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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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum 26 ingredients
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum 7 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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum 26 ingredients
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum 7 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum 26 ingredients
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum 7 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Ammonium Alum • Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer • Cellulose • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Retinol • Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Laureth-7 • Polyacrylamide • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • BHA • Sorbic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 Retinol Boost Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.
In cosmetics, butylated hydroxyanisole is used as a perservative. It also has antioxidant properties. The concentrations usually used in skincare are low and do not penetrate through skin.
However, it is considered a carcinogen when ingested.
Butylated Hydroxyanisole is a synthetic and waxy petrochemical. It is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics.
Learn more about BHANeutrogena Retinol Boost Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum 26 ingredients
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum 7 ingredients
Usage
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When to use
Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum 26 ingredients
Skin Republic Pure Retinol 0.2% Serum 7 ingredients
Alternatives
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