Y.O.U Reeffect Boost Advanced Retinol Serum Versus Pipiqiu Youth Booster Retinol Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and 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, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Y.O.U Reeffect Boost Advanced Retinol Serum 71 ingredients
Pipiqiu Youth Booster Retinol Serum 12 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Y.O.U Reeffect Boost Advanced Retinol Serum 71 ingredients
Pipiqiu Youth Booster Retinol Serum 12 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventGlycereth-26
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingOctyldodecanol
EmollientPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Polyglutamate
HumectantPiper Methysticum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientSoluble Collagen
Humectant
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Nonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Collagen
Moisturising
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Glycereth-26, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Glyceryl Glucoside, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Arginine, Retinyl Palmitate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Octyldodecanol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Dimethiconol, Parfum, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Polysorbate 80, Lecithin, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Polyglutamate, Piper Methysticum Root Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Carnosine, Retinol, Polysorbate 60, Oligopeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, BHT, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Bakuchiol, Zinc PCA, Diisopropyl Adipate, Soluble Collagen, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Nonapeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Ceramide NP, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Collagen, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Collagen Amino Acids, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamidePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolRetinol 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 RetinolWater. 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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