TheSkinlist Retinal Booster Night Perfecting Lotion Versus Dewyer Shroom Serum
Updated on September 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, 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, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
TheSkinlist Retinal Booster Night Perfecting Lotion 22 ingredients
Dewyer Shroom Serum 10 ingredients
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TheSkinlist Retinal Booster Night Perfecting Lotion 22 ingredients
Dewyer Shroom Serum 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventEthylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin ConditioningPPG-3 Myristyl Ether
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Water, Niacinamide, Pisum Sativum Extract, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, PPG-3 Myristyl Ether, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30, Ethylhexylglycerin, Retinol, Retinal, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Citrate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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 WaterButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Retinol 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.
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