Augustinus Bader The Face Oil Versus Paula's Choice Moisture Renewal Oil Booster
Updated on December 08, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe oils. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Augustinus Bader The Face Oil 31 ingredients
Paula's Choice Moisture Renewal Oil Booster 11 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Augustinus Bader The Face Oil 31 ingredients
Paula's Choice Moisture Renewal Oil Booster 11 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Corylus Avellana Seed Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPongamia Glabra Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningLithothamnion Calcareum Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialAlanyl Glutamine
HumectantArginine
Masking
Betula Alba Oil
Masking
Oligopeptide-177
Oligopeptide-6
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Seed Extract, Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Lecithin, Glycerin, Water, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Alanyl Glutamine, Arginine, Betula Alba Oil, Oligopeptide-177, Oligopeptide-6, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilVaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil is created from the seeds of the North American cranberry plant. This plant is native to eastern Canada.
Cranberry seed oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties.
Due to its high linolenic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid content, cranberry seed oil is an effective emollient. Emollients help hydrate the skin by creating a film on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping. Linolenic acid also has anti-inflammatory properties.
Cranberry seeds also contain Vitamin E and Vitamin C, both potent antioxidants.
Learn more about Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed OilIngredient Ratings
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