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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream versus Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 .

Last updated on September 27, 2023. Published on July 12, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and 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, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
General Moisturizer Canadian Brand Canada

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
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Ceramides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (7)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (5)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (3)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (3)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema
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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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 14.

4
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 8.

5
What it does: Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Arachidyl Alcohol.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 12.

6
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 20.

7
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Cetearyl Glucoside is a surfactant and emulsifier. It can be produced from synthetic of natural sources of cetearyl alcohol and glucose.

Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters. It can also be used to enhance the texture of products.

As a surfactant, Cetearyl Glucoside helps during the cleansing process. By gathering all the dirt and oils, it allows these molecules to be washed away easily.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 15.

8
What it does: Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.

Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.

Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.

In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.

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Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 6.

9
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 4.

10
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 35.

11
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 13.

12
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 36.

13
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 Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 38.

14
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP 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.

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

Learn more about Ceramide NP

Aveeno Calm + Restore Redness Relief Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

Regimen Lab C.R.E.A.M 2.0 contains this as ingredient number 18.

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4% have mixed ratings
64% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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