thebeautyworx Retinol Recovery Moisturizing Night Cream Versus Spa Cosmetics Ultimate Retinol Day Cream
Updated on November 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid and Vitamin E
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 parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
thebeautyworx Retinol Recovery Moisturizing Night Cream 21 ingredients
Spa Cosmetics Ultimate Retinol Day Cream 40 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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thebeautyworx Retinol Recovery Moisturizing Night Cream 21 ingredients
Spa Cosmetics Ultimate Retinol Day Cream 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientTrideceth-6
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingWater, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Glycerin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Trideceth-6, Cetearyl Alcohol, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, BHT, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Sea Salt
Abrasive
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSqualane
Emollient
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantCopper Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Aspartate
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Medica Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingVaccinium Myrtillus Bud Extract
Antioxidant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tetrapeptide-26
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Cinnamal
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Isopropyl Myristate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, PEG-40 Stearate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Retinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sea Salt, Sodium Lactate, Squalane, Calcium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Benzoic Acid, Acer Saccharum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Flower Extract, Dimethiconol, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Bud Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid, Xylitylglucoside, Xylitol, Butylene Glycol, Tetrapeptide-26, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Cinnamal, Geraniol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidBenzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholDehydroacetic Acid is fungicide and bactericide. It is used as a preservative in cosmetics. Preservatives help elongate the shelf life of a product.
Dehydroacetic Acid is not soluble in water.
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 GlycerinRetinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. 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 RetinolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
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