Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer versus Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream .
Published on December 27, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, retinoid and Vitamin C
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, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer 65 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 30 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Pentaerythrityl Distearate
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Cetyl Palmitate
- Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
- Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
- Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
- Polysorbate 20
- Peg-40 Stearate
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Polysorbate 60
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer 65 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer 65 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 30 ingredients
Water • Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/Tricaprate • Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Myristyl Nicotinate • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Alcohol • Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone • Pentaerythrityl Distearate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Isosorbide Dicaprylate • Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer • Cetyl Palmitate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Retinal • Retinol • Bidens Pilosa Extract • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Beta-Glucan • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter • Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables • Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Bacillus/Sea Salt Ferment Filtrate • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Adenosine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • Ceteareth-20 • Bisabolol • Polysorbate 20 • Isohexadecane • Lactic Acid • Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer • Ascorbic Acid • Propyl Gallate • Peg-40 Stearate • Polysilicone-11 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Polysorbate 60 • Tocopherol • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Pentylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Resveratrol • Disodium EDTA • Aminomethyl Propanol • Parfum • BHA • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Phenethyl Alcohol • Citric Acid
Water • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Behenate • Ceteareth-20 • Isohexadecane • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cellulose • Sodium Polyacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer • Polyacrylamide • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Chlorphenesin • Polysorbate 20 • Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract • Retinol • BHA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Laureth-7 • Ascorbic Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Retinol is a form of Vitamin A and proven to help with anti-aging.
It promotes collagen production, increases new cell turnoever, and protects your skin as an antioxidant.
Retinol boosts collagen production and increases cell turnover. This makes retinol effective in removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Retinol is less effective when exposed to sun. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent.
Using retinol and retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. 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 RetinolStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 36.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 39.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Polysorbate 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 20StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 41.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 42.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 45.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 52.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 58.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.
In cosmetics, butylated hydroxyanisole is used as a perservative. It also has antioxidant properties. The concentrations usually used in skincare are low and do not penetrate through skin.
However, it is considered a carcinogen when ingested.
Butylated Hydroxyanisole is a synthetic and waxy petrochemical. It is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics.
Learn more about BHAStriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 61.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 62.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
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StriVectin Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer 65 ingredients
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