Sunday Riley Peacekeeper Acne Treatment Serum vs Differin Acne Clearing Body

Sunday Riley

Differin

An acne treatment built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and smoothing.

An acne treatment built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for controlling oil and refining pores.

Acne treatment

43 ingredients

8 ingredients

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USD 85.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 60
Azelaic acid1
Works on acne, redness and pigmentation at once.
Azelaic Acid
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating9
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Butylene Glycol, Erythritol, Glycerin, Potassium Lactate, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium PCA
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Octyldodecanol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Azelaic Acid

Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Glycolic Acid
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis4
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Disteardimonium Hectorite, Octyldodecanol, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol

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Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
- Azelaic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Redness Reducing
Algin
Fragrance
0-1 / —
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Viscosity Controlling
0 / —
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating

Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Polysorbate 20
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ammonia
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Chelating
0 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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