Typology Serum for Wrinkles and Blemishes 0.3% Retinol + 1% Bakuchiol Versus COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil
Updated on August 12, 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 and Vitamin E
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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Typology Serum for Wrinkles and Blemishes 0.3% Retinol + 1% Bakuchiol 23 ingredients
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Typology Serum for Wrinkles and Blemishes 0.3% Retinol + 1% Bakuchiol 23 ingredients
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
C15-19 Alkane
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingSuccinoglycan
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMyristyl Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glycine Soja Oil, C15-19 Alkane, Butylene Glycol, Bakuchiol, Retinol, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Levulinate, Acacia Senegal Gum, Succinoglycan, Xanthan Gum, Myristyl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Phospholipids, Tocopherol, Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 TriglycerideGlycine Soja Oil comes from the soybean. Glycine Soja is native to eastern Asia.
Soybean oil is an emollient. It is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids including palmitic, stearic, oleic, and linoleic acids.
As an emollient, the fatty acids in soybean oil helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. It does so by creating a film on top that traps moisture in.
Soybean oil is also rich in vitamin E, a potent antioxidant. Vitamin E is also anti-inflammatory and provides a soothing effect.
Studies show soy may help fade hyperpigmentation from UVB. It does so by disrupting the melanin process from UVB induced skin inflammation.
This ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne, safe.
Soybeans are rich in proteins and are part of the legume family. Foods made with soybeans include tofu, soymilk, edamame, miso, and soy sauce.
Learn more about Glycine Soja OilRetinol 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 RetinolTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
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Typology Serum for Wrinkles and Blemishes 0.3% Retinol + 1% Bakuchiol 23 ingredients
COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil 10 ingredients
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