Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Odacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid versus Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum .
Last updated on February 19, 2024. Published on April 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive 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, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Odacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid 28 ingredients
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
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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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is 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 🎉
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 🎉
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Odacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid 28 ingredients
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
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Odacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid 28 ingredients
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Squalane • Glycerin • Bakuchiol • Lauryl Glucoside • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder • Retinol • Cellulose Acetate Butyrate • Tricaprylin • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Water • Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf • Phospholipids • Tocopheryl Acetate • Retinyl Palmitate • Calcium Pantothenate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Melia Azadirachta Leaf • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Sodium Benzoate
Water • Glycerin • Retinol • Bakuchiol • Astaxanthin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Punica Granatum Fruit Extract • Aspalathus Linearis Extract • Allantoin • Sodium PCA • Phospholipids • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Carbomer • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Potassium Hydroxide • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Polysorbate 20 • Phenoxyethanol
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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 GlycerinOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 3.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bakuchiol is a plant-derived antioxidant (it's vegan!). It is often called the replacement for retinol although it is not part of the same family.
It has similar effects as retinol: skin smoothing, reducing discoloration, and preventing wrinkles. It does not cause as much irritation as traditional retinoids.
Bakuchiol works by breaking down free radicals and stimulating collagen production in skin.
Combining bakuchiol with retinol will not have adverse side effects. Studies show using them will just boost the benefits. Bakuchiol is also found to help stabilize retinol.
While bakuchiol does not make the skin more sun sensitive, we recommend wearing SPF on a daily basis.
Read more about traditional retinol
Learn more about BakuchiolOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 4.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 HyaluronateOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 8.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 RetinolOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 10.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 WaterOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 15.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 18.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateOdacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 28.
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Odacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid 28 ingredients
Derma E Retinol Concentrated Serum 19 ingredients
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Odacité California Renewing Serum Retinol + Hyaluronic Acid 28 ingredients
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