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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin versus Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on October 07, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

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 American Brand United States
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 1.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 2.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 3.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Loved

Oatmeal flour is created by grinding down the kernels of oats. Oatmeal helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin.

Learn all about the skin benefits of colloidal oatmeal here.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 5.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.

Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.

It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.

We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 7.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 9.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Emollient, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

C13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.

As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.

C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 10.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 13.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

9
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 14.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

10
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Laureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.

Laureth-7 is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 17.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice is an antioxidant.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin contains this as ingredient number 18.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

27% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
59% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
28% are loved or liked
4% have mixed ratings
64% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin 22 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 4 reviews
Marimosa's Avatar'
Oct 17, 2022

Gave me congested skin & was too greasy.
I really wanted this product to work but it really congested my skin. It also was greasy I was expecting it to really hydrate my skin but it didn't. it caused me more fungal acne as well.

Gave me congested skin & was too greasy.
I really wanted this product to work but it really congested my skin. It also was greasy I was expecting it to really hydrate my skin but it didn't. it caused me more fungal acne as well.

115's Avatar'
Oct 23, 2022

Super soothing moisturiser
I needed to repair my damaged skin barrier when I began adapalene treatment for acne. This felt so soothing and I've kept it in ever since. It plays well on my dry and acne prone skin in my PM and AM routines,...

Super soothing moisturiser
I needed to repair my damaged skin barrier when I began adapalene treatment for acne. This felt so soothing and I've kept it in ever since. It plays well on my dry and acne prone skin in my PM and AM routines, I feel it helps keep my skin calm and hydrated alongside adapalene and the other actives in my routine.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream 25 ingredients

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