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Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask Versus Versed The Shortcut Overnight Facial Peel

Wash Off Mask
Facial Treatment
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, 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, silicones or sulfates

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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.

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Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Lactic 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:

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Buffering

Glycolic 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:

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse. 

It is a:

  • Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
  • Emollient, helping to soften skin
  • Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
  • Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives 

When to use

91 Routines
19% use in am
81% use in pm
40% use every day
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7 Routines
14% use in am
86% use in pm
57% use every day

Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask 22 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Light (2) Light Scent (2) Works Well (2)
HaleyOakes_713's avatar

HaleyOakes_713

12 days ago
Review

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.

#great value
#light
#light scent
#works well
Evynneb's avatar

Blue

4 months ago
Review

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.

#light
#light scent
#works well

Versed The Shortcut Overnight Facial Peel 28 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 1 rating
MichelleR's avatar

MichelleR

1 year ago
Review

It all seems too good to be true:
- Blend of lactic and glycolic acid (work together to break down dead skin cells)
- Vitamin A exfoliates, brightens, and hydrates
- Skin-conditioning allantoin, rosehip, and vitamin E keep skin calm...
- pH-balanced, non-drying, and non-irritating...
- A non-scary treatment that won’t leave you red or flaky...
- Gentle enough to use on back-to-back Show more