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Revolution Beauty Encapsulated Resveratrol Serum Versus The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%

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British Brand United Kingdom
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Updated on July 19, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, sensitive skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Benefits

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Antioxidant, Skin Protecting

Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.

This antioxidant is most famous for it's anti-aging benefits. Studies show it combats the signs of aging by:

Besides anti-aging, this ingredient also helps with skin brightening and soothing.

The most effective forms of resveratrol are isobutyrate and butyrate. These have the strongest effect on increasing A1 collagen and reducing inflammation.

A note on it being a retinoid alternative: Despite it's amazing skin benefits, it is not a replacement for retinoids. However, it is recommended for people with sensitive skin or intolerance to retinoids.

Resveratrol is naturally found in grapes, peanuts, and berries.

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When to use

1 Routine
100% use in am
0% use in pm
100% use every day
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69% use in am
31% use in pm
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Reviews

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Revolution Beauty Encapsulated Resveratrol Serum 16 ingredients

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The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% 3 ingredients

3.3 /5
from 4 ratings
Oily (3) Sticky (2) Strong Scent (2)
Nastia's avatar

Nastia

1 year ago
Review

Hate the texture so much, that I can not use it really

#heavy
#sticky
#oily
#strong scent
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Levi Costa

6 months ago
Review

This is 94% solvent which can be quite irritating. The anhydrous texture is also annoying. But it works well when mixed with a moisturizer.

#great value
#irritating
#heavy
#oily