Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate versus First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides .
Published on March 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides and 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, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Serum
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Ingredient Info
No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate 27 ingredients
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
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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No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate 27 ingredients
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate 27 ingredients
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 25 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Polysorbate 20 • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Dimethiconol • Retinol • Bisabolol • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Caprylyl Glycol • Sorbitan Laurate • Potassium Hydroxide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Carbomer • Tetrasodium EDTA • Behentrimonium Chloride • Sucrose Laurate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester • Benzoic Acid • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Water • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Retinyl Propionate • Retinol • Pentapeptide-34 Trifluoroacetate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Citric Acid • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Dimethiconol • Disodium EDTA • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Isohexadecane • Laureth-4 • Mica • Polysorbate 20 • Polysorbate 60 • Propanediol • Sodium Citrate • Sorbitan Isostearate • BHT • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • CI 77891
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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 WaterNo7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 1.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 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 GlycerinNo7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 2.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 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.
No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 4.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides contains this as ingredient number 2.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideNo7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 5.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 7.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides contains this as ingredient number 23.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 8.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides contains this as ingredient number 17.
Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 11.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 RetinolNo7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 12.
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides contains this as ingredient number 5.
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No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate 27 ingredients
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 25 ingredients
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No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate 27 ingredients
First Aid Beauty 0.3% Retinol Complex Serum with Peptides 25 ingredients
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