Ren Skincare

Ren Skincare Face V-Cense Revitalising Night Cream

Name: Ren Skincare - Face V-Cense Revitalising Night Cream
Brand: Ren Skincare

Efficacy41/100IrritancyHigh·

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Moisturizing

Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol + 11 more

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What the product description says

“Skin looks brighter, more even and is left feeling hydrated.”

Source: Ren Skincare

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: glycerin, glucose.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~6.1–7.4%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~3.4–4.2%

Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~2.5–3%

Camellia oleifera seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finish~2–2.4%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~1.5–1.8%

Myristyl myristateKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic~1.3–1.6%

TriheptanoinKey activeEffect: HighA synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.65–0.95%

Triticum vulgare germ oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).~0.6–0.85%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.3–0.55%

GlucoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function~0.2–0.35%

Cetearyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin~3.2–3.9%

Lauryl laurateEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.9–1.1%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.2–0.35%

Anti-aging

Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol + 1 more

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What the product description says

“V-CenseTM Revitalising Night Cream is formulated with bioactives to help smooth the appearance of wrinkles and help protect skin from free radical damage.”

Source: Ren Skincare

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~2.5–3%

Ascorbyl palmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.~0.15–0.25%

Evens skin tone

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What the product description says

“Also helping to even out skin tone and combat the signs of ageing, this recharging night cream leaves skin feeling softer, firmer and smoother.”

Source: Mankind

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Boswellia carterii oil + 2 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractA plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivityHigh~1.6–2%est.

Boswellia carterii oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.6%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~6.1–7.4%est.

Camellia oleifera seed oilAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finishMedium~2–2.4%est.

Myristyl myristateAn emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenicMedium~1.3–1.6%est.

Lauryl laurateHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.9–1.1%est.

Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Sodium dehydroacetateA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Ascorbyl palmitateBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.Medium~0.15–0.25%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Comedogenic

4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~2.5–3%est.

Myristyl myristateAn emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic3/5~1.3–1.6%est.

Triticum vulgare germ oilA good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).3/5~0.6–0.85%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~3.4–4.2%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.1–7.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Cetearyl alcohol~3.4–4.2%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~3.2–3.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~2.5–3%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Camellia oleifera seed oil~2–2.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish

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Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~1.6–2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity

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Glycerin~1.5–1.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Myristyl myristate~1.3–1.6%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic

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Lauryl laurate~0.9–1.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Triheptanoin~0.65–0.95%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Triticum vulgare germ oil~0.6–0.85%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Oryzanol~0.4–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

An anti-oxidant that helps stabilize product formulations. Might help neutralise free radicals in skin

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Myristyl laurate~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Boswellia carterii oil~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Carbomer~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Boswellia serrata extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Sodium dehydroacetate~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Glucose~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Parfum~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Beta-carotene~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A colorant adding orange or bright yellow color

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Daucus carota sativa root extract~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color

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Daucus carota sativa seed oil~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterial

A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect

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Ascorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.

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Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Citric acid~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Linalool~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Glycerin, Myristyl myristate, Lauryl laurate, Triheptanoin, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Cetearyl glucoside, Oryzanol, Myristyl laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Boswellia carterii oil, Carbomer, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Boswellia serrata extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium dehydroacetate, Tocopherol, Glucose, Parfum, Beta-carotene, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Ascorbyl palmitate, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Linalool

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