Rojukiss Phyto Retinol Firm Smooth Serum Versus The Derma Co 0.3% Retinol Serum
Updated on October 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid and Vitamin C
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 common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Rojukiss Phyto Retinol Firm Smooth Serum 40 ingredients
The Derma Co 0.3% Retinol Serum 27 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Rojukiss Phyto Retinol Firm Smooth Serum 40 ingredients
The Derma Co 0.3% Retinol Serum 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventBakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Polyacrylate
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCollagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Poloxamer 235
EmulsifyingRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Sodium Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Antioxidant
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Collagen
Moisturising
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
BHA
Antioxidant
Soluble Collagen Crosspolymer
Emollient
Rosin Hydrolyzed Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Soy Hydrolyzed Collagen
Potassium Myristoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Bakuchiol, Caffeine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Citrate, Collagen Extract, T-Butyl Alcohol, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Poloxamer 235, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Ascorbate, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Collagen Amino Acids, Collagen, Soluble Collagen, BHT, Disodium EDTA, BHA, Soluble Collagen Crosspolymer, Rosin Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Soy Hydrolyzed Collagen, Potassium Myristoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientEthoxydiglycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin ProtectingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMethyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Masking
Pentaerythrityl Distearate
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Physalis Angulata Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethiconol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Pentylene Glycol, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Pentaerythrityl Distearate, BHT, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Metabisulfite
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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 GlycerinPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Retinol 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 RetinolWater. 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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