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Ageless Total Retinol-A Crème

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Sesbalance Mattifying Serum

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Sesderma SESBALANCE Mattifying Serum 1 0 fl Oz.

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Ageless Total Retinol-A Crème

Sesbalance Mattifying Serum

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Formulations with exfoliating ingredients to gently dissolve dead skin cells. Once applied, these...	Formulations with exfoliating ingredients to gently dissolve dead skin cells. Once applied, these...
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Ingredient highlights

Ageless Total Retinol-A Crème

Sesbalance Mattifying Serum

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Alcohol-free Paraben-free SLS-free Mica-free Fragrance-free	Alcohol-free Paraben-free SLS-free Mica-free Fragrance-free

Full ingredient list

Ageless Total Retinol-A Crème

Sesbalance Mattifying Serum

No. of common ingredients = 0
Aqua, glycolic acid, retinol, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, lactic acid, glycerin, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, stearic acid, sorbitol, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, sodium hydroxide, butylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, sorbitan stearate, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) leaf water, caprylyl glycol, hydroxyethyl ethylcellulose, magnesium aluminum silicate, xanthan gum, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, squalane, tocopheryl acetate, bisabolol, alcohol, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, disodium edta, oryza sativa (rice) bran oil, persea gratissima (avocado) fruit extract, carbomer, mentha arvensis leaf oil, polysorbate 20, sodium hyaluronate, avena sativa (oat) kernel extract, potassium sorbate, zingiber officinale (ginger) extract 14	Water, niacinamide, glycerin, propanediol, propylene glycol, mandelic acid, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, polymethyl methacrylate, epigallocatechin gallate, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, aesculus hippocastanum bark extract, alcohol, ammonium glycyrrhizate, bha, bht, biotin, butylene glycol, caffeine, camellia sinensis leaf extract, chamomilla recutita extract, disodium edta, ethylhexylglycerin, faex extract, panthenol, fragrance, phenoxyethanol, phosphatidylcholine, poloxamer 235, poloxamer 338, polysorbate 20, potassium sorbate, retinol, salicylic acid, sodium cholate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hydroxide, tocophersolan, tocopheryl acetate, xanthan gum, zinc gluconate

No. of common ingredients = 0

Total Number of ingredients = 42

Total Number of ingredients = 40

Aqua, glycolic acid, retinol, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, lactic acid, glycerin, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, stearic acid, sorbitol, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, sodium hydroxide, butylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, sorbitan stearate, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) leaf water, caprylyl glycol, hydroxyethyl ethylcellulose, magnesium aluminum silicate, xanthan gum, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, squalane, tocopheryl acetate, bisabolol, alcohol, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, disodium edta, oryza sativa (rice) bran oil, persea gratissima (avocado) fruit extract, carbomer, mentha arvensis leaf oil, polysorbate 20, sodium hyaluronate, avena sativa (oat) kernel extract, potassium sorbate, zingiber officinale (ginger) extract

Water, niacinamide, glycerin, propanediol, propylene glycol, mandelic acid, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, polymethyl methacrylate, epigallocatechin gallate, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, aesculus hippocastanum bark extract, alcohol, ammonium glycyrrhizate, bha, bht, biotin, butylene glycol, caffeine, camellia sinensis leaf extract, chamomilla recutita extract, disodium edta, ethylhexylglycerin, faex extract, panthenol, fragrance, phenoxyethanol, phosphatidylcholine, poloxamer 235, poloxamer 338, polysorbate 20, potassium sorbate, retinol, salicylic acid, sodium cholate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hydroxide, tocophersolan, tocopheryl acetate, xanthan gum, zinc gluconate

Notable ingredients

Ageless Total Retinol-A Crème

Sesbalance Mattifying Serum

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Bisabolol, Persea gratissima (avocado) fruit extract

Skin brightening: Retinol

Anti-acne: Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic acid

Soothing: Niacinamide, Panthenol

Skin brightening: Niacinamide, Retinol

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Ingredients with their functions

Ageless Total Retinol-A Crème

Sesbalance Mattifying Serum

Aqua

Also-called: Aqua, Aqua/Water, Water/Aqua/Eau, Aqua/Water/Eau | Function: Skin conditioning, Solvent

Water serves as a fundamental component in skincare products, often listed as the first ingredient, which means it's the most abundant. It acts as a solvent, helping to dissolve other ingredients and facilitate the application and absorption of products.

Glycolic acid

Function: Buffering, Exfoliant

We don’t have a detailed description of this ingredient yet.

Retinol

Also-called: Vitamin A | Function: Anti-acne, Skin conditioning, Skin brightening, Cell-signaling ingredient

Retinol is a synthetic derivative of Vitamin A and is commonly found in skincare products. It works by increasing cell turnover and promoting the production of collagen, resulting in smoother, refined skin texture and reduced acne breakouts. It also helps fade dark spots and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. However, pregnant women should avoid using retinol due to potential risks. Side effects may include irritation, redness, dryness, peeling, and burning, but these can be minimized by adjusting usage frequency and using a moisturizer. If symptoms persist or worsen, it's advisable to consult a healthcare provider.

Water

Also-called: Aqua, Aqua/Water, Water/Aqua/Eau, Aqua/Water/Eau | Function: Skin conditioning, Solvent

Niacinamide

Also-called: Nicotinamide, Vitamin B3 | Function: Anti-acne, Soothing, Skin brightening, Cell-signaling ingredient

Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is a potent skincare ingredient renowned for its wide-ranging benefits.

It helps to strengthen the skin's barrier function, improve skin texture, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It's also effective in managing acne and reducing redness and inflammation.

Furthermore, it inhibits melanin production, thereby assisting in fading hyperpigmentation and evening out skin tone. Safe for almost all skin types, niacinamide is a versatile ingredient found in various skincare products.

Glycerin

Also-called: Glycerol | Function: Skin-identical ingredient, Viscosity controlling, Skin protecting, Skin conditioning, Humectant/Moisturizer, Solvent