Comparison between IUnik Tea Tree Relief Serum vs. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Retinoid Acne Treatment

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33 Ingredients 9

1
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
1
Adapalene Usp
2
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water
2
(Retinoid)
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Carbomer Homopolymer
4
Niacinamide
4
Edetate Disodium
5
Glycereth-26
5
Methylparaben
6
Water
6
Poloxamer 182
7
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
7
Propylene Glycol
8
Sodium Hyaluronate
8
Water
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Uniqueness32 out of 33
97.0%
Uniqueness8 out of 9
88.9%

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
14 out of 33
42%
chemical
11 out of 33
33%
natural
1 out of 9
11%
chemical
4 out of 9
44%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Sodium Hyaluronate#8Glycerin#91,2-Hexanediol#10Betaine#11Allantoin#21Beta-Glucan#22
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#21
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#7
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

IUnik Tea Tree Relief Serum vs. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Retinoid Acne Treatment
Position 1

#1Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water

Origin: No information
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#1Adapalene Usp

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 2

#2Centella Asiatica Leaf Water

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#2(Retinoid)

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 3

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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#3Carbomer Homopolymer

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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#4Edetate Disodium

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Glycereth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Methylparaben

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Preservative
Parabens
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Methylparaben is an effective preservative. It is a controversial ingredient in terms of safety. In 2006 there was a laboratory test showed that this component can increase the sun sensitivity of the skin cells. That’s why it’s a good idea to use sunscreen after you use this component.

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