Alo Luminizing Face Moisturizer Versus REN Clean Skincare Everhydrate Marine Moisture-Restore Serum
Updated on May 22, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Alo Luminizing Face Moisturizer 34 ingredients
REN Clean Skincare Everhydrate Marine Moisture-Restore Serum 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Alo Luminizing Face Moisturizer 34 ingredients
REN Clean Skincare Everhydrate Marine Moisture-Restore Serum 20 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearates
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-20
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCanola Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Phytate
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearates, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Squalane, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Oligopeptide-20, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Stearic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Canola Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Phytate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Erythritol
Humectant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCaulerpa Lentillifera Extract
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPolyglucuronic Acid
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Betaine, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Parfum, Erythritol, Sodium Gluconate, Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Sodium Citrate, Polyglucuronic Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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