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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream 11 ingredients
Menarini Tretinoin Gel 0.05% 11 ingredients
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Perrigo Hydroquinone 4% Cream 11 ingredients
Menarini Tretinoin Gel 0.05% 11 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
May worsen Rosacea
Hydroquinone is used to treat hyperpigmentation, acne scars, and age spots.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
2 Concerns
Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Peg-8 Stearate is an emulsifier and humectant.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Paraben 2 Concerns
Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
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.
Preservative
Sodium Metabisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
3 Benefits 2 Concerns
Tretinoin is the best retinoid due to its proven skin benefits. It only available with a prescription in many countries.
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Olive Oil Peg-7 Esters is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Preservative
Propyl Benzoate is a fragrance and is a preservative.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Silicon is an abrasive as an INCI ingredient. In tools, it is a material.
Caprylic Acid is a fatty acid commonly found in plant oils, such as palm and coconut oils.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Triethanolamine is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.
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.
Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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