Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Olehenriksen Truth Serum versus Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel .
Published on December 21, 2020
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, exfoliants, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Olehenriksen Truth Serum 39 ingredients
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel 31 ingredients
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not 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 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Olehenriksen Truth Serum 39 ingredients
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Olehenriksen Truth Serum 39 ingredients
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel 31 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Oleth-20 • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Parfum • Peg-12 Dimethicone • Benzophenone-4 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aroma • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Disodium Phosphate • Polysorbate 60 • CI 15985 • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Thioctic Acid • Calcium Ascorbate • Sodium Phosphate • Sorbitol • Citrus Grandis Seed Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Alcohol • Sorbic Acid • Calcium Carbonate • CI 77220 • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Euphrasia Officinalis Extract • Rosa Canina Fruit Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Benzyl Benzoate • Citral • Limonene • Linalool
Water • Glycolic Acid • Glycerin • Chondrus Crispus • Xanthan Gum • Lactic Acid • Potassium Hydroxide • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Saccharum Officinarum Extract • Propylene Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Acer Saccharum Extract • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Citric Acid • Parfum • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Sodium Levulinate • Calcium Ascorbate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Tocopherol • Glycine Soja Oil • Sodium Anisate • Calcium Carbonate • CI 77220 • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Benzyl Benzoate
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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 WaterOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel 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 GlycerinOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Olehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 17.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 18.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract is more commonly known as the bitter orange. Native to Southeast Asia, this extract is commonly found in both cosmetics and foods.
The bitter orange possesses antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
It can also be mildly exfoliating due to the citric acid, an AHA.
Citrus fruits are rich in flavonoids, alkaloids, and vitamin C.
Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit ExtractOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.
Calcium Ascorbate is a form of Vitamin C and is an antioxidant. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, and reduce the visibility of dark spots.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Vitamin C has been shown to block the process of skin darkening that leads to hyperpigmentation.
Your skin uses Vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen production plays a role in having a strong skin barrier and having plump skin.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Calcium AscorbateOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 BenzoateOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 29.
Calcium Carbonate is an exfoliant.
Olehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 26.
We don't have a description for Ci 77220.
Olehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 27.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 30.
Benzyl Benzoate is usually created from the condensation of benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol. It is used as a preservative, solvent, and has a floral/balsamic scent in large amounts.
As a preservative, Benzyl Benzoate works against bacteria and fungus. It is often used to treat scabies and lice in medicine.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Due to its fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate can be sensitizing and may cause contact dermatitis. It is a known EU allergen. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Benzyl Benzoate can be naturally found in cranberries and peaches.
Learn more about Benzyl BenzoateOlehenriksen Truth Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.
Olehenriksen Invigorating Night Transformation Gel contains this as ingredient number 31.
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