23 years old Bakuchiol A Cream Versus Martha-Jane's Apothecary Time Machine Gel Cream
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
23 years old Bakuchiol A Cream 48 ingredients
Martha-Jane's Apothecary Time Machine Gel Cream 40 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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23 years old Bakuchiol A Cream 48 ingredients
Martha-Jane's Apothecary Time Machine Gel Cream 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Squalane
Emollient
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Polyacrylate-13
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyisobutene
Methylpropanediol
SolventBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Raffinose
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl/Isostearyl Lauroyl Glutamate
EmollientPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Panthenol, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Niacinamide, Squalane, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cetearyl Olivate, Polyacrylate-13, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetyl Alcohol, Bakuchiol, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Polyisobutene, Methylpropanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycosyl Trehalose, Sorbitan Diisostearate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Raffinose, Cholesterol, Lecithin, Disodium EDTA, Ceramide NP, Polyquaternium-51, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 60, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl/Isostearyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentapeptide-8
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Carnitine
CleansingGlycine
Buffering
Leucine
Skin ConditioningLysine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningInositol
Humectant
Tribulus Terrestris Extract
Skin ConditioningCucurbita Pepo Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucomannan
Skin ConditioningSh-Pentapeptide-9
Bleaching
Betaine
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Badger Oil
Skin Conditioning
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Fomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingSodium PCA
Humectant
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Tapioca Starch
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMaranta Arundinacea Root Powder
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Propanediol, Glycerin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Propolis Extract, Pentapeptide-8, Arginine, Carnitine, Glycine, Leucine, Lysine, Proline, Inositol, Tribulus Terrestris Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Extract, Glucomannan, Sh-Pentapeptide-9, Betaine, Sorbitol, Badger Oil, Bakuchiol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Fomes Officinalis Extract, Sodium PCA, Acetyl Glucosamine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Ceramide NP, Stearic Acid, Tapioca Starch, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Xanthan Gum, Maranta Arundinacea Root Powder, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Bakuchiol is a plant-derived antioxidant (it's vegan!). It is often called the replacement for retinol although it is not part of the same family.
It has similar effects as retinol: skin smoothing, reducing discoloration, and preventing wrinkles. It does not cause as much irritation as traditional retinoids.
Bakuchiol works by breaking down free radicals and stimulating collagen production in skin.
Combining bakuchiol with retinol will not have adverse side effects. Studies show using them will just boost the benefits. Bakuchiol is also found to help stabilize retinol.
While bakuchiol does not make the skin more sun sensitive, we recommend wearing SPF on a daily basis.
Read more about traditional retinol
Learn more about BakuchiolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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