Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer versus Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides .
Last updated on March 11, 2024. Published on April 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and 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.
Ingredient Info
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer 42 ingredients
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides 43 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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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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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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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer 42 ingredients
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides 43 ingredients
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Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer 42 ingredients
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides 43 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Xylitol • Glucose • Anhydroxylitol • Phoenix Dactylifera Seed Extract • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Lecithin • Polyglycerin-3 • Persea Gratissima Oil • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Shea Butter Glycerides • Imidazolidinyl Urea • Sodium Benzoate • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Erythritol • Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glyceryl Glucoside • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Laminaria Digitata Extract • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide • Ceramide 1 • Ceramide 2 • Ceramide 3 • Ceramide 4 • Ceramide 6 Ii • Cholesterol • Hyaluronic Acid • Panthenol • Ethoxydiglycol • Tocopheryl Acetate
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Dimethicone • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Cyclopentasiloxane • Hyaluronic Acid • Laminaria Digitata Extract • Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide • Ceramide 1 • Ceramide 2 • Ceramide 3 • Ceramide 4 • Ceramide 6 Ii • Tocopheryl Acetate • Polyglutamic Acid • Lactobacillus • Maltodextrin • Oryza Sativa Bran Water • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Stearic Acid • Sodium Polyacrylate • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate • Xylitylglucoside • Anhydroxylitol • Xylitol • BHT • Sodium Hydroxide • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • C14-22 Alcohols • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Benzyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol
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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 WaterAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 TriglycerideAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 2.
Xylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about XylitolAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 34.
This ingredient is created from dehydrating xylitol in acidic conditions. Xylitol is a famous sugar and humectant.
Much like its predecessor, anhydroxylitol is a humectant. Humectants attract and hold water to moisturize the skin.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol (24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
This ingredient is often derived from plants such as wood and sugarcane.
Learn more about AnhydroxylitolAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 StearateAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 4.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 42.
Cetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 7.
Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
Sorbitan Olivate is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 GlycerinAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 3.
Laminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.
Many studies show the antioxidant components of Laminaria Digitata to help with anti-inflammation.
Laminaria Digitata contains amino acids, proteins, sugars, and vitamins. Small amounts of minerals such as phosphorous, iron, potassium, and copper are also found the seaweed. These components help hydrate and nourish your skin's natural barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more youthful looking skin and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Laminaria Digitata is found in the northern Atlantic Ocean.
Learn more about Laminaria Digitata ExtractAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 13.
We don't have a description for Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide.
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ceramide 1 is a type of Ceramide.
Our skin is made up of ceramides. Ceramides have several roles, including:
This ceramide has since been retired and replaced with Ceramide EOP.
Learn more about Ceramide 1Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 33.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 15.
Ceramide 2 is a type of Ceramide. This ingredient was retired in 2014, please see Ceramide NG instead.
Ceramides are naturally found in our skin and have the ability to hold water.
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ceramide 3 is a form of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP Ceramide NP
Ceramide 3 (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where m has a value ranging from 12 to 28 in which the acyl moiety may be saturated, mono-unsaturated, or di-unsaturated and n has a value ranging from 10 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 3, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 3 will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide NP.
Learn more about Ceramide 3Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 17.
Ceramide 4 is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramide 4 (Retired) is the N-acylated sphingolipid having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where m has a value ranging from 13 to 27 in which the acyl moiety may be saturated or mono-unsataurated and n has a value ranging from 10 to 16. Ceramide 4 is similar to Ceramide 5, however, the acylating hydroxy acids are generally shorter in Ceramide 4 than in Ceramide 5. The INCI Name, Ceramide 4, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 4 will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide AS.
Learn more about Ceramide 4Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 18.
Ceramide 6 II is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Aqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 19.
Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.
Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.
Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.
Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 39.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 AcetateAqualogica 5 Barrier+ Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 42.
Dot & Key Skincare Barrier Repair Cream with Ceramides contains this as ingredient number 20.
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