Ren Skincare Perfect Canvas Smooth, Prep & Plump Essence
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks well
“Instantly plump and smooth the complexion with Ren Clean Skincare Perfect Canvas Smooth, Prep & Plump Essence, a skincare formula that works to strengthen the skin barrier to defend against pollution.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“It contains niacinamide to brighten the skin and marrubium extract to provide antioxidant protection.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · NiacinamideWorks well
“Skin Type Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily Skincare Concerns Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dullness, and Uneven Texture Highlighted Ingredients , Biofermented Microbial Extract Hydrates for a luminous-, plump-looking complexion.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.4–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinNiacinamide~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hyaluronate~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMarrubium vulgare extract~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium gluconate~1.1–1.6%
Caprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–1.2%
Sodium polyglutamate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitric acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium cocoyl glutamate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateGlyceryl caprylate~0.1–0.5%
- 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 caprylatePolyglyceryl-6 oleate~0.05–0.25%
Bacillus ferment~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of bacterial fermentation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Bacillus fermentSodium surfactin~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hyaluronate, Marrubium vulgare extract, Sodium gluconate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium polyglutamate, Parfum, Citric acid, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Glyceryl caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 oleate, Bacillus ferment, Sodium surfactin
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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 SkincarePerfect Canvas Smooth, Prep & Plump EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | ARZTINA-Cera Barrier Ampoule Toner | NaturiumNiacinamide Essence 3% | Pacifica BeautyMatcha Tea Energizing Barrier Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 98% | 98% | 97% |
| Price | — | $6.96 | $16.00 | $14.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Beta-Glucan | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Ren Skincare - Perfect Canvas Smooth, Prep & Plump Essence" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.70% - 4.00%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 1.60% - 2.30% and glycerin 3.40% - 5.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 74.62A$ in Australia, from 49.45$ up to 55.00$ in the United States and from 43.00£ up to 317.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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