Ren • Glycolactic Skin Renewal Peel Mask • Treatments

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linachu on 5/20/2013 11:13:00 PM more reviews by linachu

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Kinky, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I was very hesitant to buy this since it's $66AUD (or close to it). I got a generous sample from Mecca and managed to use this twice. The tingling sensation is minimal, then again I have used AHA's before and on a daily basis. It smells, looks but does NOT taste like marmalade. I like that it does not dry, it makes it a bit more comfortable to wear. The effects are good, they're not amazing. My skin looks and feels radiant, fresh, smooth and clear. I love to use this a few hours before I go out for dinner or a night out with my partner. I will definitely repurchase this.

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emma1995 on 5/19/2013 5:57:00 PM more reviews by emma1995

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

makes me break out in an angry whiteheads! i get the brightening effect, however it lasts for a day MAX, and the sore pimples that are left for the week are not worth it. overpriced, too! have tried a lot from the REN line now as i won quite a few products. all seem disappointing :( more hype over results, as per

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agabunny on 5/1/2013 2:54:00 PM more reviews by agabunny

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

Helps with making skin more radiant immediately, but not sure how well it helps with blemishes.

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lauracrua on 5/1/2013 10:43:00 AM more reviews by lauracrua

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal, Fair, Cool   Hair: Red, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Green    

This is great! Fine on my sensitive skin but I have friends who use this on congestion prone skin and it works for them too. My skin always looks glowy and healthy after I have used this. This also works well on ingrown beard hairs. Expensive but worth it.

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AMCW on 4/10/2013 1:33:00 PM more reviews by AMCW

Age: 36-43   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I adore this product and have found myself looking forward to my weekly treat of using it as the results have been incredible.

Even though it is an exfoliant I have been using it once a week after a quick scrub with my Liz Earle exfoliator. I've been leaving it on for the recommended ten minutes and am fast becoming addicted to the results because they are instant.

Immediately afterwards my skin is smooth, glowing and clear - and now, after six weeks regular use the effects are proving to be long lasting.

My pores have shrunk (near disappeared) and my complexion, much clearer; to the extent that I no longer "need" foundation.

The mask tingles when it is applied - but it isn't unpleasant. ...In a funny way I like this as it feels as though it is working.

This mask isn't cheap but the results have been so brilliant that I will have no qualms about buying this again - or recommending it to friends and family.

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notevangelista on 4/9/2013 12:12:00 PM more reviews by notevangelista

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Hazel    

I really wanted to like this product, as it is seen as a milder version of Alpha-H's Liquid Gold, and both these exfoliating products have been deemed as godsend by most beauty consumers and authorities regardless of skin-type. However, I don't think that these relatively strong products do much good to my slightly sensitive skin, particularly that around my neck and decolletage, which is much more sensitive that the skin on my face. I received a sample of the mask with a purchase, and while I had it on for the duration of the prescribed 10 minutes, I did not feel much of a tingling sensation. However, when I took it off, and even the next morning, I had this unpleasant tingling on my cheeks... there were no visible spots, just an uncomfortable pinching kind of feeling. I didn't want to aggravate matters further, so I didn't even wear foundation or blush that day, and it was only on evening that the feeling went. As for my neck, it was covered with several red spots (not pimples, but spots, kind of like a very sparse rash) that were a bit itchy, and that's when I knew that this was definitely not for me. My skin is slightly sensitive and slightly dry, but it rarely ever reacts this aggressively to any product, so there is something I definitely haven't agreed with here: I'm not sure if it's chemical compositions, or just the product specifically, but this is something I'm going to keep away from for some time.
I think this product is one of those that will work for alot of people, but is maybe just not for me. I think for the time being, I'm probably going to stick to Dr. Sebagh's sensitive formulae for exfoliation, along with Fuller's Earth for my exfoliating needs.

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jafer on 3/4/2013 9:38:00 PM more reviews by jafer

Age: 36-43   Skin: Sensitive, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

This mask has blown me away. I've been using it weekly for about a month and it's really made a difference with my acne scars both old and newer. I read a review here that reccomended leaving it on longer so now I leave it on for about 20 minutes. I've been a product junkie for twenty years and I feel like I've tried everything over the years. I think I've found my HG mask.

I know some people don't like the smell but I don't find it overpowering. It reminds me of Tang.

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*TOP REVIEWER* iciclerain on 3/3/2013 12:59:00 AM more reviews by iciclerain

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I got this from a set that purchased. I used up the 0.5oz tube in a few weeks and honestly did not feel much change on my skin after using the mask. It did not cause any irritation.

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Hermanspottypants on 2/16/2013 4:51:00 PM more reviews by Hermanspottypants

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Other   Eyes: Brown    

This was a surprisingly good product that lived up to its good reputation on other beauty blogs.

PROS
Effective in helping to me to clear out gunky stubborn blackheads
My skin looks smoother and brighter after use
Pores look smaller after use
My moisturizer absorbs better after use
The packaging states that the product does not have a pile of 'baddies' like petrochemicals, silicones and pegs (what are pegs!?) in it (for those of you who care about such things)


CONS
I can't think of any which is sooooooo unusual. Consider me gob smacked!

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Katya83 on 2/4/2013 11:10:00 PM more reviews by Katya83

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Fine   Eyes: Green    

Absolutely LOVE this product! This mask was recommended to me by a sales consultant and i was a little bit skeptical about it at the beginning. However, after the 1st try i could really see the difference - my skin was practically glowing!!! I use it at least once a week in conjunction with other products.
My mum has also started using this mask and everytime she uses it i can see the difference in her skin tone right away!
Would highly recommend to anyone with acne prone and dull skin :)

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PremierT on 1/30/2013 5:18:00 PM more reviews by PremierT

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Dark, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Relaxed, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

The first 3 times I tried the mask I was really angry. I washed my face, left it on for 15 mins and nothing happened. Nothing at all. Then I watched MissBudgetBeauty's masks video, where she says she leaves the product on for hours. So I left it for for +1 hour the last two times I've used this and I finally get it. This is actually a really great mask, and the difference is noticeable immediately and lasts for at least a few days.


The mask comes out as a thick gel, a really thick orange gel and smells like some sort of super sweet synthetic orange/apricot candy or odd marmalade or something. I don't mind the smell, but I don't love it either. Many people complained about the texture being sticky so I use an old damp synthetic foundation brush instead of fingers. It spreads easily with the brush and there's no mess to worry about. The gel sits on the face and you just look shiny, like your face as been glazed lol. DH was thrilled not to have me walking around with opaque grey/green/white goop on my face for once.


The mask doesn't dry on the face, but it didn't drip or slide around either. I didn't notice any sort of tingle when I first put the mask on, in fact it was on my face for about 35 minutes before I began to feel a light tingling. And it is more like ticklish sensation of bubbles forming on the skin than the sort of stinging I often get with clay masks. It was odd but not off putting at all, it just sort of felt 'active', which I like.


I place a warm soaked cloth on the skin for 30 seconds and then the mask wipes away easily. It washes clean leaving no residue. My skin looked immediately brighter and felt extremely smooth and plump (this is the first product to one-up my Clarisonic in this respect) - not tight or stripped like I was expecting. The next two days I woke up with particularly radiant and silkier skin than I can ever remember. Putting on foundation and moisturizer is noticeably easier and more pleasant. I stop noticing the difference after 4 days. I have only been using the +1 hour application for about 10 days, so I'm not sure if it actually helps with radiance and clarity long term. I will update if I notice anything.


I still have some hyper-pigmentation but my skin does over-all look much brighter and plump and clear. This didn't make a difference to existing blemishes but by perfecting the rest of the skin they were less noticeable and I haven't gotten any new ones so it may be a helpful preventative. I will update if it keeps new blemishes away long term.


I am really enjoying this mask now that I've used the longer application time and would happily re-purchase. It is pricey, but it works and is gentle and pleasant to use with lasting results. This is the best AHA product that I've ever used. I wasn't expecting something 'natural' to work so well. I'm really impressed with this product and definitely recommend it. i took off one lippie because £30 is just so expensive and the bottom of the bottle is frosted instead of opaque so I'm concerned about the longevity of the active ingredients. Otherwise the product is near perfect - though I do wish I didn't have to leave it one for sooooo long in order to see results.

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*TOP REVIEWER* miahesterly on 12/28/2012 7:21:00 PM more reviews by miahesterly

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone, Olive, Neutral   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Black    

I have a large sample of this product, and have used it three times. Every occasion, it's made my skin red and blotchy, and has caused red, pus-filled spots and whiteheads to develop. It makes my skin marginally brighter, but it's nothing an aspirin mask couldn't have done for better. This is strong stuff - it must be purging my skin, like AHAs tend to do, and in addition, there's something in it which is irritating to my skin. Not a fan at all, and in the bin it's now going. I much prefer BHAs, which I find a whole lot more gentle and effective.

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*TOP REVIEWER* One1Cherry on 12/22/2012 8:41:00 PM more reviews by One1Cherry

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I bought a set that includes this product because I've been hearing so many good things about it. I've used it at least once a week for about 1-2 month now and maybe have one more use out of my 15 ml tube. I have to say for the type of product this is, which is a mild chemical exfoliant, I prefer Dermalogica's gentle exfoliant.

The texture is a thick, orange gel and smells fruity. I'll apply it after cleansing and wait 10 to 15 minutes before washing it off. I have not noticed any amazing results nor glowing skin. I'm just glad i did not purchase the full size.

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*TOP REVIEWER* sprite26 on 10/28/2012 12:42:00 PM more reviews by sprite26

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Olive   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This mask is a 5-star HG product that delivers. After using only two sample packets of this I took the plunge and bought the full-size 50ml for $55. Yes it is expensive but absolutely worth it.
The packaging is excellent, it is a pump-dispenser bottle with a little plug attachment for the opening so it's extra-hygenic. One pump dispenses the EXACT amount you need for one application. And the bottle is see-through so you can see how much product you have remaining. No complaints about the packaging at all!
To use this mask you just smooth it over your clean face, wait about 15min or so and rinse off. It stays moist and will not dry out on your skin. More often than not, there is a tingling-stinging which is very mild. I actually like it as it makes me feel like the product is working. And it yields beautiful results every single time I use it! This is an exfoliating mask that eliminates any flakiness or dullness and imparts the most amazing glow. My skin is immediately softer, smoother, and brighter. These are results I saw after the very first use. Truthfully, I was hooked after just one sample packet. This mask is AMAZING.
Because it is so expensive I only use this when I feel like I want to pamper myself or if my skin is looking dull and needs a little something "extra". I always follow it up with my richest moisturizing cream and then go to bed (your skin cells regenerate while you're sleeping). I always want to maximize the effect of this product and get the most out of it.
I am a bit of a skincare junkie and I've tried countless masks, and this one is my hands-down favorite. Will re-purchase again and again!

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rosiejess on 10/10/2012 4:39:00 PM more reviews by rosiejess

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

This really didn't work for me. Even though I tested it on the inside of my elbow, my face went red and blotchy. I tried it alongside the invisible pores mask as it was working so well. Luckily it was only a tester. Given everyone else's rave reviews, maybe it's great for people who don't have sensitive skin. Love the ethos and packing across the entire Ren range.

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*TOP REVIEWER* mariam1 on 9/26/2012 11:24:00 AM more reviews by mariam1

Age: 30-35   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I don't think this is a miracle product or a must-have in my skincare routine though I feel it is an effective product. My skin can be sensitive and reacted well to this product, using it 1-2X per week. The consistency is very much like jam (and it looks and kinda smells like marmalade!). My skin looked fresh and my pores seemed smaller but I didn't feel like I had a glowy look or anything. I think there are other AHA toners/serums that work just as well. I use a glycolic serum at night from Skinborn that leaves my skin looking the same way and I've found that Kiehls Overnight Biological Serum gives my skin that glowy, dewy look that I crave so I think I will stick with those. I am curious about trying a MUAC peel to compare to Ren though.

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jadorelechoc on 9/15/2012 7:54:00 AM more reviews by jadorelechoc

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

At first I like its texture and consistency, mostly while applying it. Seconds later though, it felt too greasy on my oily/combination skin.
It does smell nice, but its scent does not linger too long. I left it act for about 20 minutes (they recommend 10) and felt no tingling, just a little bit of warmth around my nostrils when I was breathing in and out. I wiped it away using a warm muslin cloth. Did not do much.

I find that this mask is in the same group as the Elemis Papaya Enzyme peel mask, and the Elemis one is by far superior to this one, as far as texture and results go. It even smells better, in my opionion, and it does tingle a wee bit (even though I do not really have sensitive skin), whilst when using the Ren Glycolactic I felt nothing move. The Elemis Enzyme Peel leaves the skin smoother and softer and it does feel like it's doing more as far as the unclogging pores business is concerned.

I tested it using a sample that was generously given to me by a friend (contained enough for 3 applications) and I would not purchase. I do appreciate the pretty packaging, but the actual product does way too little and costs a fair amount of money. There's better options out there.

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*TOP REVIEWER* audrey355 on 9/9/2012 8:26:00 AM more reviews by audrey355

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I didn't like this mask. It had a very oily consistency and I had no results from this mask

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EvgeniyaEv on 8/17/2012 4:45:00 PM more reviews by EvgeniyaEv

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I came across this particular product when I purchased a set of the small size REN products. I should say that at first I did not like it much. Its texture was a bit unusual and I had itchy sensation when I used it. But I decided to carry on using it once a week and to my surprise I noticed good improvements in my skin condition. My skin’s texture is uneven because of the acne and I also tend to have some dark spots. This mask is one of the best products to fight these issues. Now that my face has got used to it I don’t have any irritations or itchiness. My skin tone has improved significantly and now this mask is my must have procedure every week. However I think it could be a bit too strong for people with sensitive skin.

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iamoneoak on 8/12/2012 1:34:00 PM more reviews by iamoneoak

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I do no get the love for this product. The consistency is like a combination of honey and orange marmalade. Disgusting. At 10 minutes it was burning. After removing it I was blotchy and red. Horrible.

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