Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Oryza sativa bran oil + 12 moreWorks
“Skin is plumped, skin tone looks brigther and more even ; skin feels hydrated and energised.”
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, glycogen.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, oryza sativa bran oil.
Evens skin toneGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate + 2 moreNot delivered
“Skin is plumped, skin tone looks brigther and more even ; skin feels hydrated and energised.”
This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.2–0.7%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“So if your face is showing signs of too much sun or still bears scars of acne, this reparative and resurfacing elixir will correct existing pigmentation issues whilst protecting against further discolouration.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-agingAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate ~2.1–3.1%, below the ~5% it needs + 1 moreUnder-dosed
“Regular use will also reduce the appearance of sun damage and hyperpigmentation, giving you younger looking skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Cetearyl olivate~2.2–3.4%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateOryza sativa bran oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilOryza sativa germ oil~1.5–2.2%
Phospholipids~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsSorbitan olivate~1.1–1.6%
Mannitol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolVaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Faex extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Faex extractSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHippophae rhamnoides fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extractPanax ginseng root extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractTocopherol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolXanthan gum~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLactic acid~0.2–0.7%
- 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 acidGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractGlycogen~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycogenMagnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateRumex occidentalis extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitrus limon fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractGynostemma pentaphyllum leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractPassiflora edulis fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractCitrus aurantium amara flower water~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A citrus plant essential oil (in a less concentrated format). Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower waterPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxymethylglycinate~0.1–0.35%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.3%
Sodium bisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Cetearyl olivate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Oryza sativa bran oil, Oryza sativa germ oil, Phospholipids, Sorbitan olivate, Mannitol, Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil, Faex extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Lactic acid, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Glycogen, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Rumex occidentalis extract, Parfum, Citrus limon fruit extract, Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaf extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Passiflora edulis fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium bisulfite, Limonene, Linalool
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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 SkincareRadiance Perfection SerumYOUR PRODUCT | MANTLETHE WOW SERUM | ZelensPower C Collagen-Boosting and Brightening Serum | Synergie SkinEffica C | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 58% |
| Price | — | — | $112.29 | $90.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Sitosterol | Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate | Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
"Ren Skincare - Radiance Perfection Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.85%, glycogen 0.15% - 0.60%, glycerin 3.90% - 5.80% and mannitol 0.85% - 1.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 40.00$ up to 56.00$ in the United States, from 30.73£ up to 40.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 71.70CA$ in Canada and for 40.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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