Comparison between Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum vs. Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10 Serum

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20 Ingredients 41

1
Water
1
Water
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Oleyl Erucate
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
Isododecane
5
Triheptanoin
5
Cyclodextrin
6
Cyclodextrin
6
Cetearyl Olivate
7
Cetearyl Olivate
7
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Sorbitan Olivate
8
Cetearyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness6 out of 20
30.0%
Uniqueness27 out of 41
65.9%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
6 out of 20
30%
chemical
13 out of 20
65%
natural
10 out of 41
24%
chemical
24 out of 41
59%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Allantoin#11Panthenol#14
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#11
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#11Citric Acid#15
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Sodium Hyaluronate#21
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Stearic Acid#31
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Geek & Gorgeous 101 A-Game 10 0.1% Retinal Serum vs. Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10 Serum
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#3Oleyl Erucate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#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

#4Glycerin

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.

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#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

#5Triheptanoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Cyclodextrin

Origin: chemical
Role: Chelating agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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