Retinol Type | Encapsulated Retinaldehyde (0.2%) | Plant-based Bio-Retinol (1%) | Retinol (0.25%) | Retinol |
Key Benefits | Accelerates cell renewal, repairs, boosts collagen, improves clarity, reduces fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots | Intensely hydrates, evens skin tone, smooths fine lines, gentle for sensitive skin | Fights fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, boosts firmness, minimal irritation | Reduces visible aging, boosts collagen, smooths fine lines, clears pores |
Suitable For | All skin types, including sensitive | All skin types, including sensitive | All skin types, including sensitive, mature, blemish-prone | All skin types, especially mature and blemish-prone |
Additional Actives | B-Vitamins, Resveratrol, Lactic Acid, Willow Bark, Niacinamide, Azelaic Acid | Shorea Butter (3%), Squalane (3%), Murumuru Butter | Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E | Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Ceramide Complex, Coenzyme Q |
Fragrance Free / Alcohol Free | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes | Not specified / Not specified |
Vegan / Cruelty Free | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes |
Hypoallergenic / Dermatologist Tested | Not specified / Not specified | Yes / Yes | Not specified / Not specified | Not specified / Not specified |
Packaging | Sustainable, Glass, PCR | Not specified | Refillable, Sustainable | Sustainable, Glass |
Usage | Night only, phase in gradually, use SPF | Nightly, safe around eyes | Nightly, mix powder with serum | Nightly, 1-2 pumps on face/neck/chest |
Price | $200 | $40 | $60 | $115 |
Size | 1.7 oz / 50 ml | 1.7 oz / 50 g | 3 grams | 1 oz / 30 ml |
Clinical Testing / User Results | Not specified | Clinically & dermatologist tested, 97% recommend, 100% moisturization | 97% saw decrease in fine lines in 1 week, 96% increased firmness in 4 weeks | Not specified |