Comparison between The Ordinary Glycolic Acid vs. The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% In Squalane

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 0
Components only in The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 31
Uniqueness: 100.0%
Components only in The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% In Squalane 10
Uniqueness: 100.0%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Water
1
Squalane
2
Glycolic Acid
2
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
3
Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Water
3
Bisabolol
4
Centaurea Cyanus (Cornflower) Flower Water
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Water
5
Dimethyl Isosorbide
6
Propanediol
6
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
7
Glycerin
7
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
8
Triethanolamine
8
Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract
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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Cleansing, Softening, Soothing, Lightening, Healing, Protection, Hair strengthening
Effects unique for Glycolic Acid:
UV Protection, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Elasticity improvement, Antistatic, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Regeneration, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss, Hair protection, Hair follicle nutrition
Effects unique for Granactive Retinoid 2% In Squalane:
Lifting, Antifungal, Antiseptic, Tones up skin, Hair growth stimulating
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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
11 out of 31
35%
chemical
15 out of 31
48%
natural
5 out of 10
50%
chemical
2 out of 10
20%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#7Glycine#14Sodium PCA#25Sodium Lactate#26
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#2
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glycolic Acid#2
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil#6
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid vs. The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% In Squalane
Position 1

#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.

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#1Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

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