Comparison between Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum vs. Azarine Retinol Smooth Glowing Serum

Find out which product is better for your skin.

65 Ingredients 13

1
Water
1
Water
2
Cyclohexasiloxane
2
Allantoin
3
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
Propanediol
5
Methylpropanediol
5
Chlorphenesin
6
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Xanthan Gum
7
Niacinamide
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Hydrogenated Poly (C6-14 Olefin)
8
Sodium Hyaluronate
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Uniqueness60 out of 65
92.3%
Uniqueness8 out of 13
61.5%

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
19 out of 65
29%
chemical
34 out of 65
52%
natural
5 out of 13
38%
chemical
6 out of 13
46%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 9Negative: 0
Glycerin#41,2-Hexanediol#6Panthenol#9Palmitic Acid#26Butylene Glycol#32Beta-Glucan#37Collagen#40Tocopherol#44Propylene Glycol#52
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Glyceryl Stearate SE#24Stearic Acid#28Myristic Acid#41
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Retinol (Vitamin A)#30
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Allantoin#2Glycerin#3Sodium Hyaluronate#8Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract#12
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#2
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#2Retinol (Vitamin A)#10

Detailed view

Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum vs. Azarine Retinol Smooth Glowing 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

#2Cyclohexasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#2Allantoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Moisturizing
Pore Shrinking
Softening
Soothing
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Allantoin usually doesn’t catch too much attention, but it is an essential ingredient for sensitive, dry, and problem skin. It is a good moisturizer that makes skin hydrated. But manufacturers love it because of its strong soothing effect. It also exfoliates dead cells, stimulates recovery of your skin, and helps to protect the skin from the sun, frost, and similar negative impacts.

The component is researched very well and its soothing activity is confirmed by scientists. Used in concentration between 0.5-2%.

Position 3

#3Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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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#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 5

#5Methylpropanediol

Origin: No information
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Chlorphenesin

Origin: chemical
Role: Antimicrobial agent, Biocide, Preservative
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Chlorphenesin is a popular preservative. It doesn’t provide any skin-related positive effects and is used to prevent bacterial growth inside a product. It’s a weak preservative but works much better with silicones.

Allowed concentration: no more than 0,3% for European Union countries.

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