Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% versus Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% .
Last updated on July 27, 2023. Published on September 02, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both facial treatments. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or silicones
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Ingredient Info
Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% 10 ingredients
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% 10 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
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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Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% 10 ingredients
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% 10 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% 10 ingredients
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% 10 ingredients
Tazarotene • Benzyl Alcohol 1% • Carbomer • Disodium EDTA • C10-18 Triglycerides • Paraffinum Liquidum • Water • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Thiosulfate • Sorbitan Oleate
Tazarotene 0.05% • Carbomer • Diethyl Sebacate • Disodium EDTA • Paraffinum Liquidum • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Water • Sodium Hydroxide • Sorbitan Oleate 70%
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Tazarotene is a type of retinoid. Retinoids are gold-standard anti-aging ingredients derived from Vitamin A.
Like Tretinoin, Tazarotene is only available by prescription in many countries.
Retinoids help with:
Using 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.
Read about a form of retinoid you can purchase at the store, retinol.
Learn more about TazaroteneTazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 1.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 1.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 3.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 EDTATazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 5.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 5.
Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic. However, this ingredient may not work well for those with oily skin or fungal acne.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient in your routine, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Paraffinum LiquidumTazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 7.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 WaterTazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 8.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 9.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 10.
Sorbitan Oleate is created from compounds in oleic acid and sorbitol. It is used to stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
Emulsifiers help keep ingredients together, such as oils and water.
Sorbitan Oleate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also worsen oily skin.
Learn more about Sorbitan OleateTazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% contains this as ingredient number 11.
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% contains this as ingredient number 11.
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Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% 10 ingredients
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% 10 ingredients
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Tazorac TAZORAC (tazarotene) Cream, 0.1% 10 ingredients
Bausch Health Arazlo Tazarotene Lotion, 0.045% 10 ingredients
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