Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker versus Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense .
Published on July 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both facial treatments. They have a total of 24 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, ceramides, exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and 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.
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Ingredient Info
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker 60 ingredients
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense 68 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
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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 😥
Alcohol Free
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker 60 ingredients
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense 68 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker 60 ingredients
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense 68 ingredients
Water • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Propanediol • Squalane • C12-16 Alcohols • Isopentyldiol • Glycerin • Maltodextrin • Copper Heptapeptide-14 Pantothenate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate • Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Ceramide NP • Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract • Rheum Rhaponticum Root Extract • Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract • Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract • Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract • Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract • Orobanche Rapum Extract • Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate • Magnesium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan • Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone • Betaine • Gluconolactone • Tocopherol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Xanthan Gum • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Disodium Phosphate • Sucrose Stearate • Sodium Phosphate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Glycolic Acid • Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer • Chloroacetic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Calcium Gluconate • Dimethicone • Palmitic Acid • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium EDTA • Phenylpropanol • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Alumina • CI 77891
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Isododecane • Squalane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Olivate • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Polylactic Acid • Cyclodextrin • Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer • Sorbitan Olivate • Titanium Dioxide • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Phenethyl Alcohol • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Cholesteryl Nonanoate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil • Canola Oil • Xanthan Gum • Pentylene Glycol • Retinal • Retinyl Retinoate • Citric Acid • Alumina • Isostearic Acid • Lecithin • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Polyhydroxystearic Acid • Stearic Acid • Ceramide AP • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Linoleic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Ceramide NP • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Disodium EDTA • Phytosterols • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract • Sodium Polyaspartate • Phytosphingosine • Parfum • Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14 • Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate • Ceramide EOP • Cholesterol • C12-16 Alcohols • Caprylyl Glycol • Carbomer • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Glyceryl Caprylate • Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Phenylpropanol • BHA • Limonene • Linalool • Citral
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 1.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 1.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 4.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for C12-16 Alcohols.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 5.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 57.
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 GlycerinThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 7.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 3.
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 12.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 54.
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 HyaluronateThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 15.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 17.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 43.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 33.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 2.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 34.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 60.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 35.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 25.
Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.
Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 40.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 61.
We don't have a description for Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 42.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 62.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 44.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycolThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 45.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 58.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 46.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 48.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 8.
Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe. It can worsen oily skin and cause breakouts due to its emollient nature.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 49.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 42.
We don't have a description for Polyvinyl Alcohol.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 50.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 63.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 51.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 40.
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.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 54.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 EDTAThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 55.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 45.
Phenylpropanol is a fragrance.
The Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 56.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 64.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 58.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 29.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaThe Route Beauty The Everything Day: Skin Rhythm Multitasker contains this as ingredient number 59.
Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense contains this as ingredient number 30.
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