Resurfacing Retinol Serum
This comparison covers the Africa listed Resurfacing formula and the US Skin Renewing formula; check your own package because formulas are updated.2
What actually differs?
| Feature | Resurfacing | Skin Renewing |
|---|---|---|
| Main focus | Marks after blemishes, discolouration and uneven tone | Fine lines, wrinkles, texture and radiance |
| Intended skin types | Blemish prone and sensitive skin | All skin types |
| Shared ingredients | Encapsulated retinol, niacinamide and three essential ceramides | Encapsulated retinol, niacinamide and three essential ceramides |
| Formula details | Includes sodium hyaluronate and dipotassium glycyrrhizate | Includes hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid and shea butter |
| Texture | Lightweight, fast absorbing and non greasy | Fast absorbing with a non greasy feel |
| Retinol percentage | Not stated | Not stated |
| Starting frequency | Once weekly, then increase as tolerated | Gradually work up to daily use |
| Listed price | Not supplied | US$24.99 |
Pick by your main concern rather than the name: both target texture, so "resurfacing" does not have exclusive rights to the word smooth. There is no disclosed percentage to use for a strength comparison, and no matched price comparison to establish which is cheaper.12
How do you use each serum?
- 1Cleanse before applying your chosen serum in the evening.
- 2For Resurfacing, dispense a small amount onto your fingers and apply across the face or to affected areas. Start once a week and increase only as tolerated.
- 3For Skin Renewing, apply small dots where needed and smooth until absorbed. Gradually increase towards daily use, then follow with moisturizer.
- 4Use sunscreen during the day. CeraVe specifies SPF protection for Resurfacing and broad spectrum sunscreen for Skin Renewing.
What should you expect?
Resurfacing targets the appearance of leftover marks, not the same job as targeting active blemishes and blackheads. CeraVe separates those jobs in its routine, even if the serum's name sounds ready to undertake the entire renovation. Skin Renewing targets visible signs of ageing. Neither has a specified time to visible results here, so there is no supported week by week deadline.12
When should you stop?
Resurfacing is listed as suitable for sensitive skin, but its directions still call for gradual introduction. Keep Resurfacing away from eyes and lips; keep Skin Renewing out of eyes. Rinse thoroughly with water after accidental contact. Skin Renewing's directions say to wash it off and consult a physician if irritation occurs, and to discontinue use if tingling becomes prolonged or unpleasant.12
Where this answer comes from
- 1Revitalize Your Skin | Resurfacing Retinol Serumafrica.cerave.com
- 2Skin Renewing Retinol Serum for Anti-Agingcerave.com
