Aqualogica Illuminate + Hydra Gel Moisturizer

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Aqualogica Illuminate + Hydra Gel Moisturizer Versus Re’equil Ceramide And Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser

General Moisturizer

Indian Brand India

Updated on October 11, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Aqualogica Illuminate + Hydra Gel Moisturizer 22 ingredients

Re’equil Ceramide And Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser 31 ingredients

About this product

At a glance

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Aqualogica Illuminate + Hydra Gel Moisturizer 22 ingredients

Re’equil Ceramide And Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser 31 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Illuminate + Hydra Gel Moisturizer

Water

Dimethicone

Glycerin

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Butylene Glycol

Humectant

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate/Hema Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Niacinamide

Smoothing

Sodium PCA

Xylitylglucoside

Anhydroxylitol

Xylitol

Alpha-Arbutin

Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract

CI 42090

CI 16035

Ceramide And Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser

Water

Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Myristyl Myristate

Emollient

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Ethylhexyl Stearate

Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient

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Propanediol

Solvent

Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate

Emollient

C14-22 Alcohols

Emulsion Stabilising

Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

Skin Conditioning

Arachidyl Alcohol

Emollient

C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside

Behenyl Alcohol

Octyldodecanol

Squalane

1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Arachidyl Glucoside

Dimethicone

Saccharide Isomerate

Panthenol

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Tocopheryl Acetate

Ceramide 6 Ii

Sodium Hyaluronate

0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Humectant

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil

Emollient

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Phenoxyethanol

Allantoin

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Carbomer

Triethanolamine

Ethylhexylglycerin

Parfum

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Dimethicone

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

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Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

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.

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking, Skin Conditioning

This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.

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 Triglyceride