The Derma Co 0.1% Retinol Serum vs The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Serum

The Derma Co

The Inkey List

A serum built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A serum built around Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and anti-aging.

Serum

27 ingredients

14 ingredients

Brand price

INR 699.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 23.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

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At a Glance

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Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
Retinoid1
Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.
Retinol
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate
Hyaluronic acid2
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Peptides2
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate
Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Anti-Aging2
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polysorbate 20

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
Emollient
Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin Protecting
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Occlusive
1 / 1
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
0-1 / —
- Silicones

Water
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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Polysorbate 20
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20 isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20 →