Soft Services Software Update Retinol Body Serum Versus Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs
Updated on April 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe body serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, 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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Soft Services Software Update Retinol Body Serum 22 ingredients
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs 27 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Soft Services Software Update Retinol Body Serum 22 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 ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglycerin-3
HumectantPolyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate
CleansingDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPolyglyceryl-2 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Niacinamide, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Glycerin, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate, Diheptyl Succinate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Sclerotium Gum, Polysorbate 20, Tocopherol, Citric Acid
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinTocopheryl 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 AcetateRetinol 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
Learn more about RetinolIngredient Ratings
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Soft Services Software Update Retinol Body Serum 22 ingredients
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs 27 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Soft Services Software Update Retinol Body Serum 22 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.
