Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion versus Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner .
Published on November 27, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
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Ingredient Info
The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion 27 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner 36 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion 27 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion 27 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner 36 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Alcohol Denat. • Phenoxyethanol • Betaine • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Polysorbate 20 • Butylene Glycol • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Parfum • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Disodium EDTA • Methylpropanediol • Linalool • Sodium Hyaluronate • Citronellol • Crithmum Maritimum Extract • Eryngium Maritimum Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Glycerin • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Poterium Officinale Root Extract • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Limonene • Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract • Citric Acid • Xanthan Gum
Water • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Bis-Peg-12 Dimethicone • Trideceth-9 • Glycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Peg-5 Isononanoate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Panthenol • Caprylyl Glycol • Bisabolol • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract • Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract • Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract • Parfum • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Silica • Alcohol Denat. • Phenylethyl Resorcinol • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Bisulfite • Sodium Hydroxide • Trehalose • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Limonene • Linalool
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 31.
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.
It is be used to thicken water-based products and create a gel-texture with a velvet feel.
One manufacturer claims this ingredient to have a pH range of 2-8 and to be biodegradable.
Learn more about Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 10.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 36.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 15.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 HydroxideThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 29.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneThe Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion contains this as ingredient number 24.
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 35.
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The Body Shop Drops of Youth™ Youth Essence-Lotion 27 ingredients
Rodan + Fields Reverse Intensive Brightening Toner 36 ingredients
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