Comparison between Youth To The People Retinal + Niacinamide Youth Serum vs. Farmacy Honey Grail Ultra-Hydrating Face Oil

Find out which product is better for your skin.

46 Ingredients 22

1
Water
1
Cocoglycerides
2
Butylene Glycol
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Triethylhexanoin
3
Octyldodecanol
4
Niacinamide
4
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
5
Squalane
5
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
6
Cyclodextrin
6
Ethylcellulose
7
Glycerin
7
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
8
Hydrogenated Lecithin
8
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
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Uniqueness43 out of 46
93.5%
Uniqueness19 out of 22
86.4%

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
13 out of 46
28%
chemical
20 out of 46
43%
natural
13 out of 22
59%
chemical
2 out of 22
9%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#7Tocopherol#33Sodium Hyaluronate#36
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#7Tocopherol#18
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil#4Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Youth To The People Retinal + Niacinamide Youth Serum vs. Farmacy Honey Grail Ultra-Hydrating Face Oil
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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#1Cocoglycerides

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 2

#2Butylene 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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#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

#3Triethylhexanoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking, Solvent
Softening
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Octyldodecanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Moisturizing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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#4Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking, Solvent
Antioxidants
Softening
Soothing
Elasticity improvement
Nutrifying
Tones up skin
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil protects the skin from dryness. It’s a very effective organic moisturizer. In hair care, it creates a protective film around hair protecting it. It has slight comedogenic activity, meaning the product may clog pores if there is too much Coconut oil in it.

Position 5

#5Squalane

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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#5Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

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