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The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane Versus CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream to Soften Skin

Serum
Night Moisturizer
Canadian Brand Canada
American Brand United States

Updated on March 04, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or parabens

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside

What's inside

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Skin Renewing Night Cream to Soften Skin

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Masking, Skin Conditioning

This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

When to use

901 Routines
6% use in am
94% use in pm
70% use every day
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835 Routines
8% use in am
92% use in pm
94% use every day
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Reviews

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Oily 71% Great Value 57% No Scent 43%
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Great Value 63% Absorbs Well 63% Works Well 38%