RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream - Fragrance Free Versus Nassif MD Hydro-Screen Hydrating Serum
Updated on March 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, retinoid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream 34 ingredients
Nassif MD Hydro-Screen Hydrating Serum 34 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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RoC Retinol Correxion Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream 34 ingredients
Nassif MD Hydro-Screen Hydrating Serum 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Polyacrylamide
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAllyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Isododecane
EmollientHydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingBHT
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Glycerin, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Behenate, Retinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract, Ceteareth-20, Polyacrylamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Polyacrylate, Isododecane, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Laureth-7, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocotrienols
Skin ConditioningElaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSqualene
Emollient
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Octadecenedioic Acid
Emulsifying
Acetic Acid
BufferingLinalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Retinol, Bakuchiol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycosphingolipids, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Bisabolol, Tocotrienols, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Lecithin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalene, Beta-Sitosterol, Octadecenedioic Acid, Acetic Acid, Linalool, Geraniol, Amyl Cinnamal
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolRetinol 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 RetinolSodium 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 HyaluronateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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