Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream versus Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream .
Last updated on April 08, 2024. Published on December 20, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 25 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream 42 ingredients
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream 49 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream 42 ingredients
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream 49 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream 42 ingredients
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream 49 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Phenyl Trimethicone • Methyl Trimethicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Trehalose • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Glyceryl Caprylate • Glyceryl Stearate • Tromethamine • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Mannitol • Arginine • Serine • Sucrose • PCA • Citrulline • Glycogen • Histidine Hcl • Alanine • Tocopherol • Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea • Threonine • Glutamic Acid • Myristic Acid • Arachidic Acid • Lysine Hcl • Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer • Cholesterol • Silica
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Methyl Trimethicone • Niacinamide • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Caprylyl Methicone • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Betaine • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Propanediol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Allantoin • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Glyceryl Caprylate • Mannitol • Glyceryl Stearate • Tromethamine • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Stearic Acid • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Palmitic Acid • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Phytosterols • Dextrin • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Allium Cepa Bulb Extract • Myristic Acid • Tocopherol • Lauric Acid • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Glycol • Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 • Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine • Cholesterol • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Sodium Hydroxide • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Madecassic Acid • Acetyl Octapeptide-3
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Ingredients Explained
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Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 GlycerinAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Methyl Trimethicone is a type of silicone. It is a solvent and emulsifier.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Methyl Trimethicone does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Methyl TrimethiconeAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.
Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe. It can worsen oily skin and cause breakouts due to its emollient nature.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate is created from the diester of stearic acid and the condensation product of methylglucose and Polyglycerin-3.
As an emulsifier, it is used to bind ingredients together. Many ingredients, such as oils and water, separate naturally. Emulsifiers prevent them from separating to ensure even consistency in texture.
One of the manufacturer for this ingredient states it is vegetable-based. It is also claimed to be stable at both high and low temperatures.
This ingredient may not be safe for fungal acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Mannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.
When found in aqueous solutions, mannitol tends to become acidic. This is because it loses a hydrogen ion. This is why mannitol can often be found with pH adjusting ingredients, such as sodium bicarbonate.
Fun fact: Mannitol can be found in foods as a sweetener. It can be naturally found in mushrooms, algae, fruits, and veggies.
Learn more about MannitolAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Myristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.
Myristic Acid is an emulsifer and cleanser. As an emulsifer, it stabilizes a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Myristic Acid helps clean your skin by acting as a surfactant. It tends to gather oil and dirt on your skin to be easily rinsed away.
One study from 2021 found Myristic Acid to have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Myristic AcidAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolAestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
Iope Stem Ⅲ Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.
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