Paula's Choice Clear Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution Versus Fenty Beauty Pre-Show Glow Instant Retexturizing 10% AHA Treatment
Updated on April 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Paula's Choice Clear Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution 9 ingredients
Fenty Beauty Pre-Show Glow Instant Retexturizing 10% AHA Treatment 25 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Paula's Choice Clear Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution 9 ingredients
Fenty Beauty Pre-Show Glow Instant Retexturizing 10% AHA Treatment 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Papain
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentMalpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberParfum
Masking
Water, Glycolic Acid, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Butylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Papain, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Malpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Cyanocobalamin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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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Paula's Choice Clear Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution 9 ingredients
Fenty Beauty Pre-Show Glow Instant Retexturizing 10% AHA Treatment 25 ingredients
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