SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Clearing Serum Versus Perrigo Tretinoin Gel 0.025%

AHAs (or Alpha Hydroxy Acids) remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid

BHAs (or Beta Hydroxy Acids) clean within pores and provide exfoliation.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Salicylic Acid

Retinoids (AKA Vitamin A) help with signs of aging by simulating new cell production and getting rid of old skin cells.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate

Vitamin E contains loads of antioxidants which help protect your skin from pollution and reduce hyperpigmentation.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Tocopheryl Acetate

Exfoliants help remove dead skin cells and may aid in unclogging pores, smoothing rough skin, and help to increase hydration of skin.

This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
• Silica

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that is present in many skin repairing processes. It can help boost your skin’s natural barrier and increase levels of ceramides.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Niacinamide

Hyaluronic Acid is a humectant, meaning it has the ability to hold water and rehydrate skin.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Sodium Hyaluronate

Peptides are the amino-acid chains that help your skin produce proteins such as collagen.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Oligopeptide-10

Dry skin is often characterized by redness, itchiness, tightness, flaking, peeling, and cracking. Dryness can be caused by a variety of factors: genetics, over-exfoliating, climate, diet, age, and skin conditions.

This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:

• Glycerin

Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.

This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Niacinamide
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
• Salicylic Acid

Redness and irritation may be caused by several reasons, although there is no definitive answer. Reasons may range from physical exertion to sun exposure, allergies, or Rosacea.

This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Niacinamide
• Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Skin irritation can arise from a number of reasons: very dry skin, sensitivity to certain ingredients, allergies, dermatitis, bug bites, eczema, rosacea, and illness are common factors.

This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Bisabolol
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

The most common cause of textured skin is a build up of dead skin cells. The easiest way to get rid of textured skin is to exfoliate and give your skin the proper nutrients.

This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate

Pores are little openings on the skin that let out sweat and oil. They can become enlarged from excessive sebum production, acne, sun damage, and by using pore-clogging ingredients.

This product contains 5 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid
• Niacinamide
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
• Salicylic Acid
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Decreased natural production of oils, degraded collagen, UV exposure, and lifestyle all contribute to how your skin looks over time. Although we cannot stop aging, there are ingredients that have been shown to slow the process: retinoids, antioxidants, and some peptides.

This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Dark spots are areas where the skin has changed color due to sun exposure.

This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid
• Niacinamide
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate

A scar is an area of fibrous tissue that remains after the skin has been wounded and healed.

This product contains 4 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid
• Zinc PCA
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
• Salicylic Acid

Common acne is known as Acne vulgaris. Acne forms when skin follicles are clogged by sebum, hair, skin cells, or oils. There are several types of acne: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.

This product contains 5 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Niacinamide
• Zinc PCA
• Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
• Salicylic Acid
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Dull skin is temporary; all it usually will need is a little perk-me-up, such as extra hydration, some exfoliation, and vitamin nourishment.

This product contains 5 ingredients that may have this attribute:

• Lactic Acid
• Glycerin
• Niacinamide
• Salicylic Acid
• Tocopheryl Acetate