Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum versus Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 .
Last updated on February 02, 2024. Published on April 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, 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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 24 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 24 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 24 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Ubiquinone • Thioctic Acid • Punica Granatum Extract • Phytonadione Epoxide • Retinyl Palmitate • Cholecalciferol Peg-12 Ether • Retinol • Resveratrol • Collagen Amino Acids • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Coffee Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters • Chamomilla Vulgaris Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Ascorbic Acid • Jojoba Esters • Tocopheryl Acetate • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Panthenol • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Allantoin • Ascorbic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • Chlorphenesin • Cyclomethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Dimethicone • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Hexylene Glycol • Isohexadecane • Laureth-7 • Peg-100 Stearate • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylamide • Retinyl Palmitate • Stearyl Alcohol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Water
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Ingredients Explained
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Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneTrader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Retinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the superstar class of anti-aging ingredients that include tretinoin and retinol.
This particular ingredient has had a bumpy year with its rise and fall in popularity.
First, Retinyl palmitate is created from palmitic acid and retinol. It is a retinol ester and considered one of the weaker forms of retinoid.
This is because all retinoids have to be converted to Tretinoin, AKA retinoic acid. Retinyl Palmitate is pretty far down the line and has to go through multiple conversions before its effects are seen.
Due to this long and ineffective conversion line, the benefits of Retinyl Palmitate are debated.
Studies show Retinyl Palmitate to help:
Dermatologists say this ingredient is ineffective because it isn't used in high enough concentrations in cosmetics.
This ingredient used to be found in sunscreens to boost the efficacy of sunscreen filters.
The downfall of Retinyl Palmitate was due to released reports about the ingredient being correlated to sun damage and skin tumors.
While there is a study showing this ingredient to cause DNA damage when exposed to UV-A, there is no concrete proof of it being linked to skin cancer. It is safe to use when used correctly.
All retinoids increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun in the first few months of usage. Be especially careful with reapplying sunscreen when using any form of retinoid.
Currently, this ingredient is still allowed in cosmetics all over the world. In Canada, cosmetics must have a warning label stating the product to contain Retinyl Palmitate
Fun fact: This ingredient is often added to low-fat milk to increase the levels of Vitamin A.
Learn more about Retinyl PalmitateTrader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidTrader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateTrader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Trader Joe's Enrich Moisturizer With SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 22.
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Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
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Trader Joe's Antioxidant Facial Serum 24 ingredients
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