Skintific Glycolic Acid Daily Clarifying Toner Versus Skintific Retinol Skin Renewal Serum
Updated on September 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Skintific Glycolic Acid Daily Clarifying Toner 29 ingredients
Skintific Retinol Skin Renewal Serum 61 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Skintific Glycolic Acid Daily Clarifying Toner 29 ingredients
Skintific Retinol Skin Renewal Serum 61 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
BufferingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Gentiana Scabra Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingNordihydroguaiaretic Acid
Antioxidant
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicWater, Butylene Glycol, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lactobionic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Gentiana Scabra Root Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP, Glycerin, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Carbomer, Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid, Oleanolic Acid, Biotin
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDiethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emulsifying
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyacrylate-13
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Polyisobutene
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Ergothioneine
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
1,10-Decanediol
SolventSodium Chloride
Masking
Gardenia Florida Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientGlucose
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialSebacic Acid
BufferingPunica Granatum Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningGarcinia Mangostana Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Cholesterol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBHA
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Emulsion Stabilising
BHT
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Tranexamic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ectoin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyacrylate-13, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, Polyisobutene, Adenosine, Ergothioneine, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide AP, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Ceramide NP, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Ceramide EOP, Silica, 1,10-Decanediol, Sodium Chloride, Gardenia Florida Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Disodium EDTA, Diisopropyl Adipate, Glucose, Tocopherol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Sebacic Acid, Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosphingosine, Aroma, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, BHA, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, BHT
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
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!
Learn more about WaterButylene 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 GlycolNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about Niacinamide1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPCeramide EOP is a type of Ceramide.
EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin. They bind dead skin cells together to create a barrier. The ceramides in our skin have the ability to hold water to keep our skin hydrated.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A strong skin barrier helps with:
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Learn more about Ceramide EOPCeramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APGlycerin 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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