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Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion vs Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores 9.0/9.8 vs Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion at 7.4/9.8. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion
Sol de Janeiro

Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion

moisturisermid-range
7.4
VS
Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)
Topicals

Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

moisturisermid-range
9.0

Score comparison

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) takes this one, winning 2 of 5 attributes.

3
2
Sol de Janeiro wins 0
Tied 3
Topicals wins 2
7.4Sol de Janeiro
+1.6vs
9.0Topicals

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Topicals WINS
6.0
7.5
Sol de Janeiro
Topicals

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
Sol de Janeiro
Topicals

Active Ingredient Strength

Topicals WINS
2.0
7.8
Sol de Janeiro
Topicals

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
Sol de Janeiro
Topicals

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
Sol de Janeiro
Topicals

Why Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) comes out ahead

Where Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 7.8 compared to Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion's 2.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Oxidized Glutathione in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores 7.5 here versus 6.0 for Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) brings Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Oxidized Glutathione as actives, while sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion relies on Psidium Guajava (Guava) Leaf Extract, Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract, and Tocopherol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

Both sit in the mid-range bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) gets the nod here with its 9.0 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+1.6 lead

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

7.4Sol de Janeiro
vs
9.0Topicals

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion or Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

Based on ingredient analysis, Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between Sol de Janeiro Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.