Alpha Skin Care Intensive Renewal Serum 14% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid Versus Kinship Self Smooth 10% Glycolic Resurfacing Serum
Updated on November 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Alpha Skin Care Intensive Renewal Serum 14% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid 13 ingredients
Kinship Self Smooth 10% Glycolic Resurfacing Serum 41 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Alpha Skin Care Intensive Renewal Serum 14% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid 13 ingredients
Kinship Self Smooth 10% Glycolic Resurfacing Serum 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Wheat Germamidopropyldimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingDiazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Water, Glycolic Acid, Ammonium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Wheat Germamidopropyldimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Cellulose Gum, Diazolidinyl Urea, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingFragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentAvena Sativa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningJojoba Esters
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-3 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate
Emulsifying
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentRubus Occidentalis Fruit Extract
AstringentPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIsopropyl Jojobate
EmollientAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingLecithin
EmollientDecyl Glucoside
CleansingSilica
Abrasive
Bisabolol
Masking
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Octyldodecanol
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Avena Sativa Seed Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Jojoba Esters, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Rubus Occidentalis Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, Isopropyl Jojobate, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Lecithin, Decyl Glucoside, Silica, Bisabolol, Lauryl Glucoside, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Octyldodecanol, Xanthan Gum, CI 77891, CI 77015, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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