Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment

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Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment Versus Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion

Body Treatment

Body Lotion

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American Brand United States

Updated on January 23, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA, retinoid and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Ingredient Info

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Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment 39 ingredients

Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion 25 ingredients

About this product

At a glance

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Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment 39 ingredients

Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion 25 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment

Water

Skin Conditioning

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Emollient

Glycolic Acid 8%

Buffering

Dimethicone

Emollient

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Glycerin

Humectant

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Octyldodecanol

Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient

2 / 1 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil

Emollient

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Propanediol

Lactic Acid 2.5%

Potassium Hydroxide

Octyldodecyl Xyloside

Emulsifying

PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate

Phenoxyethanol

Xanthan Gum

Tocopheryl Acetate

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil

Skin Protecting

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

Acacia Senegal Gum

Masking

Lecithin

Emollient

Sclerotium Gum

Emulsion Stabilising

Pullulan

Parfum

Ubiquinone

Phosphatidylcholine

Pentylene Glycol

Retinol 1%

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Skin Conditioning

Tricaprylin

Masking

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient

2 / 2 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Silica Silylate

Silica

Magnesium Stearate

Citronellol

Limonene

Linalool

Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion

Water

Skin Conditioning

Isopentyldiol

Humectant

Jojoba Esters

Emollient

Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter

Emollient

4 / 0 May worsen Oily Skin Icon

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient

2 / 1 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient

2 / 2 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Stearyl Alcohol

Emollient

2 / 2 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Citric Acid

Buffering

Squalane

Emollient

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Retinol

Skin Conditioning

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E Icon

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Cetearyl Glucoside

Xanthan Gum

Hydroxyacetophenone

1,2-Hexanediol

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate

Emulsifying

Sodium Gluconate

Skin Conditioning

Gellan Gum

Glycine Soja Oil

Emollient

3 / 0 Oil Icon

Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate

Emollient

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Ergothioneine

Antioxidant

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. 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!

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Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

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Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol 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.

Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Retinol

Skin Conditioning

Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.

Why is retinol famous?

It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.

Retinol is proven to:

This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.

Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).

Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.

We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.

Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.

Read about Tretinoin

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Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.

Its main roles are:

Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

Learn more about Cetyl Alcohol