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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of REN Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Youth Serum versus Sunday Riley Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on August 15, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Serum British Brand United Kingdom
Oil American Brand United States

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Oil

Oils are an emollient and can act as a supplement to your skincare routine.

Price

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Starts at $38.00
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Starts at $55.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.

Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.

These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.

Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.

Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.

Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

REN Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.

Sunday Riley Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil contains this as ingredient number 15.

2
What it does: Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.

Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

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REN Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.

Sunday Riley Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil contains this as ingredient number 16.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

26% are loved or liked
23% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet
6% are loved or liked
24% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
35% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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REN Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Youth Serum 35 ingredients

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Sunday Riley Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil 17 ingredients

4.0 /5
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reneelovesherskin

1 year ago · Normal Skin
Review

love this oil!
I was hesitant at first to put an oil on my face, worried about break outs, but Luna hasn't given me any problems. I like how it...

love this oil!
I was hesitant at first to put an oil on my face, worried about break outs, but Luna hasn't given me any problems. I like how it comes out blue as you put in on your face then blends in - it's fun! I tolerated this level of retinol really well. I think it contributed to anti-aging benefits on my face.

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KytheGemini_174

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

This product is perfect for beginners using retinol, it’s gentle but effective. It makes me wake up with baby soft skin! I’ve noticed a difference...

This product is perfect for beginners using retinol, it’s gentle but effective. It makes me wake up with baby soft skin! I’ve noticed a difference in the plumpness and smooth texture of my skin and pores! It helps with aging, it’s perfect!

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