Plantscription Triple-Action Youth Cream vs The Retinol 0.5 Oil with Super Vitamin E + Squalane — Ingredient Comparison

Origins

Plantscription Triple-Action Youth Cream

Moisturizer · 50 ingredients · USA

A potent cream powered by precious flowers and a signature blend of Anogeissus and Peptides to help firm skin and visibly smooth lines and wrinkles while deeply hydrating.

Vegan

COSRX

The Retinol 0.5 Oil with Super Vitamin E + Squalane

Moisturizer · 10 ingredients · South Korea

The Retinol 0.5 Oil with Super Vitamin E + Squalane from COSRX is formulated using 0.5% stabilized, pure retinol for powerful anti-aging care. Best for skin accustomed to retinol but still experiencing progressive signs of aging such as loss of elasticity and dryness.

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How these two interact

Caution — space these apart

Additive irritation

Retinoid+AHA

Additive irritation

Use on separate days

Retinoid+Hyaluronic Acid

Counters retinoid dryness

Retinoid+Peptides

Repair + renewal

At a glance

Vegan

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Price

$80

$18.80

$61.20 less

Key ingredients

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.

Peptides

Amino-acid messengers that signal collagen production for firmer, smoother skin.

Squalane

A lightweight, biomimetic oil that softens without clogging pores — pairs perfectly with strong actives to offset dryness.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Shea Butter

A rich butter that deeply softens and protects dry skin.

Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Mangifera Indica (mango) Seed Butter

A rich butter that deeply softens and protects dry skin.

Jojoba Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Caffeine

An antioxidant that temporarily de-puffs and tightens — popular around the eyes.

Glycine Soja (soybean) Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

AHA

Retinol

A retinoid that speeds cell turnover to smooth texture, soften lines, and clear pores.

Squalane

A lightweight, biomimetic oil that softens without clogging pores — pairs perfectly with strong actives to offset dryness.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

Glycine Soja (soybean) Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Retinol(0.5%)

A retinoid that speeds cell turnover to smooth texture, soften lines, and clear pores.

Elaeis Guineensis (palm) Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Anti-aging

Firmness

Antioxidant

Healing

Hydration

Barrier

Anti-aging

Texture

Acne

Antioxidant