Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea versus Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ .
Published on August 23, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea 28 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea 28 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 ingredients
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Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea 28 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glyceryl Stearate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Laurate • Stearic Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract • Allantoin • Hyaluronic Acid • Panthenol • Sodium PCA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Tromethamine • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Benzyl Benzoate • Limonene • Linalool
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 6.5% • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Benzophenone-3 2% • Water • Butylene Glycol • Stearic Acid • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Cocoglycerides • Lauryl Lactate • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Dimethicone • Cetyl Alcohol • Cetyl Phosphate • Urea • Yeast Amino Acids • Trehalose • Inositol • Taurine • Betaine • Phospholipids • Retinyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract • Ectoin • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Passiflora Incarnata Extract • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Sodium PCA • Panthenol • Tripleurospermum Maritimum Extract • Zinc Gluconate • Ethyl Linoleate • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Xanthan Gum • Aminomethyl Propanol • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Limonene • Linalool • Parfum • CI 15985 • CI 17200
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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 WaterAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 1.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 StearateAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 6.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 8.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 AcidAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 10.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 8.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 18.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 35.
Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid and is naturally occurring on human skin.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
Sodium PCA is a has conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCAAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 19.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 AcetateAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 20.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 26.
Xanthan 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 GumAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 23.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 40.
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.
Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 25.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 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 LimoneneAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 28.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 46.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolAlba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 29.
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 47.
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Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea 28 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Day Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ 50 ingredients
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Alba Botanical Hawaiian Oil-Free Moisturizer with Aloe & Green Tea 28 ingredients
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