Comparison between Paula's Choice 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment vs. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream

Paula's Choice

0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment

Drunk Elephant

A-Passioni Retinol Cream

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52 Ingredients 63

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Water

Dimethicone

Glycerin

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Coco-Caprylate

Isononyl Isononanoate

Stearic Acid

Butylene Glycol

Coconut Alkanes

Bakuchiol

Glyceryl Stearate SE

Arachidyl Alcohol

Niacinamide

Glyceryl Polymethacrylate

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

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Uniqueness36 out of 52

69.2%

Uniqueness47 out of 63

74.6%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Yes

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

14 out of 52

27%

chemical

34 out of 52

65%

natural

19 out of 63

30%

chemical

32 out of 63

51%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Butylene Glycol^#5Glycerin^#11Sodium Hyaluronate^#21Allantoin^#29

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Allantoin^#29Glyceryl Stearate SE^#13

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 2

Allantoin^#29Retinol (Vitamin A)^#17Benzoic Acid^#51

Dry skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Glycerin^#2Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil^#13Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil^#23Tocopherol^#46

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 7

Stearic Acid^#4Coconut Alkanes^#5Glyceryl Stearate SE^#6Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil^#23Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil^#34Lauric Acid^#39Laureth-23^#55

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil^#15Retinol (Vitamin A)^#12

Detailed view

Paula's Choice 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment vs. Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream

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

#2Dimethicone

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient

Silicones

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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#2Glycerin

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

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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Position 3

#3Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent

Softening

Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

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#3Coco-Caprylate

Origin: No information

Role: No information

Position 4

#4Isononyl Isononanoate

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

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#4Stearic Acid

Origin: natural

Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant

Moisturizing

Softening

Malassezia unsafe

Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

Position 5

#5Butylene 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

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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#5Coconut Alkanes

Origin: chemical

Role: No information

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Bad for oily skin