REN Clean Skincare Radiance AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum Versus Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe body serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
REN Clean Skincare Radiance AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum 31 ingredients
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs 27 ingredients
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About this product
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REN Clean Skincare Radiance AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum 31 ingredients
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Lactate
BufferingLactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningLysolecithin
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXylitylglucoside
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAnhydroxylitol
HumectantPullulan
Parfum
Masking
Mannitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantSodium Benzoate
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil
Astringent
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Faex Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
HumectantSilica
Abrasive
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Glycogen
HumectantMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Xylitylglucoside, Xanthan Gum, Anhydroxylitol, Pullulan, Parfum, Mannitol, Xylitol, Sodium Benzoate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Sorbate, Faex Extract, Glucose, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Glycogen, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Citric Acid, Citral, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Succinate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Urea
Buffering
Squalane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningUbiquinone
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyacrylamide
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Water, Diethylhexyl Succinate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycolic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Hydroxide, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Retinol, Lactic Acid, Urea, Squalane, Glycerin, Phospholipids, Ubiquinone, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyacrylamide, Laureth-7, Cetearyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA
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 WaterLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidXanthan 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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetatePotassium 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 SorbateIngredient Ratings
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REN Clean Skincare Radiance AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum 31 ingredients
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs 27 ingredients
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REN Clean Skincare Radiance AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum 31 ingredients
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs 27 ingredients
On my second bottle.
Expensive but it does gently exfoliate and smooth skin. I use some of this lotion on my heels after exfoliating the calluses and it helps a ton in regard to removing further dead skin. The solution sinks into the skin and isn't tacky or sticky. I have also noticed some discoloration on my legs fading.
My only complaint is the way the lotion is packaged, as it is hard to Show more
Holy grail! Gentle and effective. Non greasy. Very moisturizing. Helped improve rough texture and PIH.
