Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars vs XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging — Ingredient Comparison

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Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars

Serum · 30 ingredients

A lightweight acne serum formulated to target blemishes and reduce the appearance of post-acne scars. Gentle Retinol Technology supports skin cell turnover, while 2% Salicylic Acid works to diminish the look of pores and blemishes; a Green Tea Soothing Complex—combining green tea ceramide and biome—provides hydration to help calm skin in the process. Noncomedogenic and hypoallergenic, it's suited for oily, combination, and normal skin types, including acne-prone and sensitive skin.

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XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging

Serum · 30 ingredients

A recovery serum formulated with PDRN, which supports the skin barrier and promotes overall skin nourishment. Micro-molecular hyaluronic acid delivers plumping hydration, while the Allanto Complex—a blend of allantoin, spiraeoside, and peptide—helps soothe and support healthier-looking skin.

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At a glance

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Price

$34

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$59

Key ingredients

2% Salicylic Acid

An oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.

Salicylic Acid (2%)

An oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.

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.

Cholesterol

A barrier lipid that helps seal in moisture and repair the skin barrier.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

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

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil

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

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

Adenosine

A cell-signaling ingredient that smooths fine lines and supports firmer skin.

Centella

Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.

PDRN

A DNA-fragment ingredient that supports skin repair, collagen, and recovery — non-irritating, and layers well with almost everything.

Peptide)

A peptide that signals the skin to repair and rebuild for firmer, healthier skin.

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.

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

Centella

Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.

Cholesterol

A barrier lipid that helps seal in moisture and repair the skin barrier.

Adenosine

A cell-signaling ingredient that smooths fine lines and supports firmer skin.

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Anti-aging

Firmness

Texture

Acne

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant