Azelaic Acid 16 Calming Serum vs Expert Retinol RX™ 2% Reti-Jection Serum for Wrinkles — Ingredient Comparison

medicube

Azelaic Acid 16 Calming Serum

Serum · 34 ingredients · South Korea

Calm breakouts, fade redness, and restore clarity with Medicube’s Azelaic Acid 16 Calming Serum. Its powerful blend of 16% azelaic acid, niacinamide, and pantothenic acid refines texture, soothes irritated skin, and delivers refreshing hydration in every drop.

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Expert Retinol RX™ 2% Reti-Jection Serum for Wrinkles

Serum · 30 ingredients

A retinol serum formulated to visibly firm skin and reduce the appearance of pores and wrinkles. It features a 2% retinol complex delivered via retinol-infused spicules, which help nourish skin as the active ingredient is absorbed, while allantoin works to soothe and support the skin barrier—making it better tolerated than traditional retinol formulas.

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At a glance

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Price

$19.12

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$57

Key ingredients

Niacinamide

Strengthens the barrier, controls oil, and fades dark spots — gentle and plays well with almost everything.

Ceramides

Barrier lipids that seal in moisture and repair a compromised skin barrier.

Centella

Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.

Azelaic Acid

Calms redness, clears acne, and fades marks — gentle enough for rosacea.

Squalane

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

Aloe Vera

Cools and hydrates irritated skin.

AHA

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

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

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

Panthenol (B5)

A barrier-repairing humectant that hydrates and calms — a sensitive-skin staple.

Turmeric

An antioxidant botanical that brightens and calms.

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

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

Shea Butter

A rich butter that deeply softens and protects dry skin.

Ceramide Np.

A barrier lipid that seals in moisture and repairs the skin barrier.

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

Glycerin

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

Niacinamide

Strengthens the barrier, controls oil, and fades dark spots — gentle and plays well with almost everything.

Shea Butter

A rich butter that deeply softens and protects dry skin.

Panthenol (B5)

A barrier-repairing humectant that hydrates and calms — a sensitive-skin staple.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

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

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil

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

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Texture

Acne

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Texture

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant