The Ordinary GF 15% Solution Versus FaceTheory Retinal Supreme Eye Multibalm
Updated on February 22, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Ordinary GF 15% Solution 12 ingredients
FaceTheory Retinal Supreme Eye Multibalm 40 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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The Ordinary GF 15% Solution 12 ingredients
FaceTheory Retinal Supreme Eye Multibalm 40 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76
Skin Conditioning
Nicotiana Benthamiana Octapeptide-30 Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76, Nicotiana Benthamiana Octapeptide-30 Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sclerotium Gum, Glycerin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
Water
Skin ConditioningC15-19 Alkane
SolventCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hexylresorcinol
AntimicrobialBetaine
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Mannitol
HumectantSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningTriolein
Skin Conditioning
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventPropanediol
SolventSodium Anisate
AntimicrobialGlyceryl Dioleate
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Phytate
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, C15-19 Alkane, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Coco-Caprylate, Glycerin, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Squalane, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hexylresorcinol, Betaine, Stearic Acid, Mannitol, Sodium Levulinate, Triolein, Sclerotium Gum, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glyceryl Caprylate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Propanediol, Sodium Anisate, Glyceryl Dioleate, Ceramide NP, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyapatite, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinal, Lecithin, Lactic Acid, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
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 WaterSclerotium Gum is a polysaccharide gum made by the fungus, Sclerotium rolfssii. It is similar to xanthan gum.
In cosmetics, Sclerotium Gum is used to thicken the texture and to help stabilize other ingredients.
As an emulsifier, Sclerotium Gum helps prevent ingredients from separating, such as water and oil.
Learn more about Sclerotium GumGlycerin 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 GlycerinCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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The Ordinary GF 15% Solution 12 ingredients
FaceTheory Retinal Supreme Eye Multibalm 40 ingredients
Reviews
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The Ordinary GF 15% Solution 12 ingredients
This product does deliver soothing and plumping effects, but I feel it's creating another unnecessary step in an already big skincare routine.
Skintype: 25yr old acne prone - combination/sensitive - target anti-ageing
The consistency is really runny/watery, yet it absorbs quickly. At first I saw zero results, but I do feel it does something and makes my skin a bit more plumped. However, I Show more
