Ren Skincare Flash Defence Anti Pollution Mist
Works for
Anti-agingLactic acid ~1.9–2.3%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Regular use of the mist helps to reduce the premature aging effect of environmental pollution.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingLactic acid ~1.9–2.3%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Increases moisture retention following UV exposure.”
Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Undaria pinnatifida extract~9.2–11.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractPropanediol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideHydrolyzed candida saitoana extract~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidParfum~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolyglyceryl-5 oleate~1.4–1.8%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateBiosaccharide gum-4~1–1.3%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCitric acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSophora japonica flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.2%
Citronellol~0.1–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Undaria pinnatifida extract, Propanediol, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Hydrolyzed candida saitoana extract, Lactic acid, Parfum, Polyglyceryl-5 oleate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Biosaccharide gum-4, Glyceryl caprylate, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sophora japonica flower extract, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Linalool, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Ren SkincareFlash Defence Anti Pollution MistYOUR PRODUCT | Yes toGrapefruit Vitamin C Glow Boosting Unicorn Brightening Mist | EucerinDermo Purifyer Oil Control Toner | Rohto MentholatumObagi Peeling V10 Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 52% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | — | $66.33 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | — | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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