Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea versus Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid .
Last updated on December 05, 2023. Published on March 28, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and better texture
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
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea 18 ingredients
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid 23 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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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea 18 ingredients
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea 18 ingredients
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid 23 ingredients
Water • Urea • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dicaprylyl Ether • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Dimethicone • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Potassium Lactate • Titanium Dioxide • Lactic Acid • Cetyl Dimethicone • Piroctone Olamine • Bisabolol • Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate • Silver Chloride • Propylene Glycol
Water • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Urea • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Panthenol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Xanthan Gum • Decylene Glycol • Potassium Lactate • Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate • Titanium Dioxide • Silver Chloride • Propylene Glycol
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 1.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 1.
Urea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.
As a humectant, urea helps draw moisture from the air and from deep within the skin. This helps hydrate your skin. Studies show urea is an effective moisturizer for dry skin conditions. 40% urea is typical in medications for treating eczema and other skin conditions.
Urea has the strongest exfoliation effect in concentrations higher than 10%. It is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein in the top layer of skin. This helps remove dead skin cells and flaking skin.
In medicine, urea has been shown to help increase the potency of other ingredients, such as fungal treatments.
Humans and animals use urea to metabolize nitrogen-containing compounds. Urea is highly soluble in water. Once dissolved, it is neither acidic nor alkaline.
Learn more about UreaAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 2.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 GlycerinAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 3.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 StearateAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 4.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 AlcoholAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 5.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 8.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 2.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 9.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Potassium Lactate.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 10.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 19.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 11.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 21.
Cetyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 13.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 16.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 20.
Silver Chloride is a preservative.
Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 17.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolAltruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea contains this as ingredient number 18.
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 23.
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Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea 18 ingredients
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid 23 ingredients
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Altruist Dermatologist Dry Skin Repair Cream 10% Urea 18 ingredients
Altruist Moisturising Fluid 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid 23 ingredients
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