Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 versus Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 .
Last updated on December 22, 2023. Published on December 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both day moisturizers. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
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Ingredient Info
African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 40 ingredients
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 48 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 40 ingredients
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 48 ingredients
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African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 40 ingredients
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 48 ingredients
Water • Octocrylene • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Glycereth-26 • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Isopropyl Palmitate • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Propanediol • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Glyceryl Caprylate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glyceryl Undecylenate • Triethanolamine • Carbomer • Imidazolidinyl Urea • Potassium Sorbate • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Citral • Hexyl Cinnamal • Hydroxycitronellal • Isoeugenol • Limonene • Linalool
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Isononyl Isononanoate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Dimethicone • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Phenoxyethanol • Polyacrylate-13 • Butylene Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Octocrylene • Stearic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Coco-Caprylate • Xanthan Gum • Chlorphenesin • Polyisobutene • Parfum • Disodium EDTA • Lecithin • Tocopherol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Citric Acid • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil • Chlorella Vulgaris Extract • Glyceryl Polyacrylate • Benzyl Benzoate • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Porphyridium Cruentum Extract • Dipropylene Glycol • Citronellol • Geraniol • Hydroxycitronellal • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Limonene • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 AcidAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glyceryl Stearate Se is a self-emulsifying (SE) form of glyceryl stearate. Self-emusifying means this ingredient automatically blends with water. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and cleansing agent.
As an emulsifier, Glyceryl Stearate Se prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant, meaning it helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants help gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants so they may be rinsed away easily.
Emollients help your skin stay smooth and soft. It does so by creating a film on top of the skin that helps trap moisture in.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate SeAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 15.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 20.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 46.
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 EDTAAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 32.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 33.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 22.
Hydroxycitronellal is a fragrance created from citronellal. The smell of hydroxycitronellal is often described as "citrus-like" or "melon-like".
Hydroxycitronellal is a known EU allergen and may cause irritation when applied to the skin.
African Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 37.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 43.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneAfrican Extracts Rooibos Skin Care Classic Moisturising Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 39.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 45.
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