Acnaway Mugwort Water Gel Moisturizer Versus Glad2Glow Pomegranate 5% Niacinamide Brightening Moisturizer
Updated on October 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Acnaway Mugwort Water Gel Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Glad2Glow Pomegranate 5% Niacinamide Brightening Moisturizer 33 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Acnaway Mugwort Water Gel Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Glad2Glow Pomegranate 5% Niacinamide Brightening Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientMentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Betaine, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, 1,2-Hexanediol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Allantoin, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Glyceryl Caprylate, Mentha Piperita Oil, Beta-Glucan
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Glycereth-26
HumectantIsopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyacrylate-13
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventPolyisobutene
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tetrapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 16185
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Propylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Dimethicone, Betaine, Glycereth-26, Isopropyl Palmitate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate-13, Allantoin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Centella Asiatica Extract, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Polyisobutene, Parfum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Nonapeptide-1, Tetrapeptide-1, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, CI 16185
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. 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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about Betaine1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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Acnaway Mugwort Water Gel Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Glad2Glow Pomegranate 5% Niacinamide Brightening Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Acnaway Mugwort Water Gel Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Glad2Glow Pomegranate 5% Niacinamide Brightening Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Skin became oiler and some red spots appeared on face and skin colour became darker
I don't like it because it has scent and it's giving me a headache. I like how smooth the texture is and it absorbs really well on my skin. Overall, no because of the scent.
