Soul Apothecary No Fuss Retinol 0.2% Serum Versus Cosmed Renewing Serum With 0.5% Retinol And Peptide
Updated on April 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and retinoid
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, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Soul Apothecary No Fuss Retinol 0.2% Serum 10 ingredients
Cosmed Renewing Serum With 0.5% Retinol And Peptide 27 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Soul Apothecary No Fuss Retinol 0.2% Serum 10 ingredients
Cosmed Renewing Serum With 0.5% Retinol And Peptide 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningDextran
Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Cleansing
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Zantedeschia Elliottiana Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Pentylene Glycol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Water, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Saccharide Isomerate, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Panthenol, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Retinol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Acacia Senegal Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb Extract, Dextran, Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Zantedeschia Elliottiana Flower Extract, Bakuchiol
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:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Retinol 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.
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