Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask Versus Alpha Skin Care Essential Renewal Lotion 10% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
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 common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask 22 ingredients
Alpha Skin Care Essential Renewal Lotion 10% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) 20 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask 22 ingredients
Alpha Skin Care Essential Renewal Lotion 10% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
SolventLactic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Lactobacillus/Papaya Fruit Ferment Extract
Abrasive
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEvodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hydroxide
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Propanediol, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactobacillus/Papaya Fruit Ferment Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, T-Butyl Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Petrolatum
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSorbic Acid
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Imidazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Water, Glycolic Acid, Ammonium Hydroxide, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Petrolatum, Dimethicone, Myristyl Myristate, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Cellulose Gum, Sorbic Acid, BHT, Imidazolidinyl Urea
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 WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidIngredient Ratings
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Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask 22 ingredients
Alpha Skin Care Essential Renewal Lotion 10% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) 20 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask 22 ingredients
I love this mask. I cannot say enough about it, I was once using it every week or every other week. I have gotten to a point with my skin where I only use it as needed, which is about once every month or so. This mask helps to bring any breakouts to the surface while also calming and clearing my entire face.
Amazing, life changing, absolutely holy Grail of a product! I thought nothing would compare to the ordinary AHA-BHA Peeling Solution and even though you wear this product for a shorter period of time and it doesn’t seem as intense or burning it works waaaayyy better.
