Comparison between Cantabria Labs Retincare vs. Medik8 Crystal Retinal

Find out which product is better for your skin.

11 Ingredients 38

1
ácido Retinoico
1
Water
2
ácido Glicólico
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Propylene Glycol
3
Glycerin
4
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
4
Isododecane
5
Aminomethyl Propanol
5
Cyclodextrin
6
Hydroxyethylcellulose
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
7
Polyvinyl Alcohol
7
Cetearyl Olivate
8
Imidazolidinyl Urea
8
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
-- Show others --
Uniqueness8 out of 11
72.7%
Uniqueness35 out of 38
92.1%

Positive Effects

Find out what good effects the product has

ECO Metrics

Find out how eco-friendly the components are
Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
1 out of 11
9%
chemical
7 out of 11
64%
natural
10 out of 38
26%
chemical
22 out of 38
58%

Concerns

Pay attention to these components
-- Extra information --

Components by Skin Type

Find out what components are good or bad for your skin type
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#3
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Sodium Hyaluronate#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Stearic Acid#36
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#28

Detailed view

Cantabria Labs Retincare vs. Medik8 Crystal Retinal
Position 1

#1ácido Retinoico

Origin: No information
Role: No information
-- versus --

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2ácido Glicólico

Origin: No information
Role: No information
-- versus --

#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

Position 3

#3Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

-- versus --

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 4

#4PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Malassezia unsafe
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
-- versus --

#4Isododecane

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Isododecane is an emollient and a good base for colorants. Very often used in powders and shades because it spreads on the skin nicely. It also helps to soften the skin and helps to lower water loss making all the moisturizing components work better.

Position 5

#5Aminomethyl Propanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
-- versus --

#5Cyclodextrin

Origin: chemical
Role: Chelating agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Skin Signal
2023 - 2024

The most advanced ingredient checker and cosmetics analyzer. Take a look "inside" the skincare products you use every day.

Disclaimer: All the information on the website is not a medical advice. Visit a doctor if you have problems.

Privacy policy Terms of Service