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Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick

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Kiehl's
Fast Release Wrinkle Reducing 0.3% Retinol Night Serum

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Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick

Fast Release Wrinkle Reducing 0.3% Retinol Night Serum

Retinoid Serums/Creams	Retinoid Serums/Creams
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Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick

Fast Release Wrinkle Reducing 0.3% Retinol Night Serum

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

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Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick

Fast Release Wrinkle Reducing 0.3% Retinol Night Serum

No. of common ingredients = 0
Water (aqua/eau), butylene glycol, sodium stearate, glycerin, peg-12 dimethicone, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, tetrahydroxypropyl ethylenediamine, peg-8, sodium citrate, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, retinol, vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) fruit extract, polysorbate 20, ascorbic acid, tocopheryl acetate, methyl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer, caprylyl glycol, propyl gallate, disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, bht, citric acid. 8	(retinol powder) cellulose acetate butyrate, tricaprylin, retinol, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, silica silylate, silica, magnesium stearate, (serum) aqua/water, glycerin, propanediol, butylene glycol, glycereth-26, panthenol, 1,2-hexanediol, polyglycerin-3, c12-14 pareth-12, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, betaine, xanthan gum, ethylhexylglycerin, adenosine, carbomer, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, tromethamine, glycereth-25 pca isostearate, t-butyl alcohol, tocopherol

No. of common ingredients = 0

Total Number of ingredients = 24

Total Number of ingredients = 29

Water (aqua/eau), butylene glycol, sodium stearate, glycerin, peg-12 dimethicone, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, tetrahydroxypropyl ethylenediamine, peg-8, sodium citrate, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, retinol, vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) fruit extract, polysorbate 20, ascorbic acid, tocopheryl acetate, methyl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer, caprylyl glycol, propyl gallate, disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, bht, citric acid.

(retinol powder) cellulose acetate butyrate, tricaprylin, retinol, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, silica silylate, silica, magnesium stearate, (serum) aqua/water, glycerin, propanediol, butylene glycol, glycereth-26, panthenol, 1,2-hexanediol, polyglycerin-3, c12-14 pareth-12, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, betaine, xanthan gum, ethylhexylglycerin, adenosine, carbomer, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, tromethamine, glycereth-25 pca isostearate, t-butyl alcohol, tocopherol

Notable ingredients

Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick

Fast Release Wrinkle Reducing 0.3% Retinol Night Serum

Anti-acne: Retinol

Skin brightening: Retinol

Antioxidant: Ascorbic acid, Bht, Propyl gallate, Tocopheryl acetate

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Panthenol

Skin brightening: Retinol

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Ingredients with their functions

Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick

Fast Release Wrinkle Reducing 0.3% Retinol Night Serum

Water (aqua/eau)

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.

Butylene glycol

Function: Viscosity controlling, Skin conditioning, Humectant/Moisturizer, Solvent

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

Sodium stearate

Function: Viscosity controlling, Surfactant/Cleansing

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

(retinol powder) cellulose acetate butyrate

Function: Film forming

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

Tricaprylin

Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning

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.