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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream versus Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream .

Published on November 05, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe hand cream. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones and sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Hand Cream French Brand France
Hand Cream French Brand France

Hand Cream

Moisturizers designed to be used on hands.

Hand Cream

Moisturizers designed to be used on hands.

Price

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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Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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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Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

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

Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.

Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.

Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic. However, this ingredient may not work well for those with oily skin or fungal acne.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient in your routine, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand 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.

Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is created from polyethylene glycol and fatty acids from coconut oil.

It is a synthetic polymer with emulsifying and cleansing properties.

As an emulsifier, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate prevents ingredients such as oils and water from separating. It also helps rinse away oils, dirt, and pollutants from skin.

Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also dry out skin.

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Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

5
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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Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.

In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.

You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.

One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.

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Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

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

10% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
71% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
33% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Avène Cicalfate Hand Restorative Hand Cream 21 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
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MarianaMoreira_410

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Super effective, dry feel
I always have a lot of issues with my hand skin during winter, because my skin gets super dry and cracks. I also don't...

Super effective, dry feel
I always have a lot of issues with my hand skin during winter, because my skin gets super dry and cracks. I also don't like the feeling of greasy hands after I apply some moisturizer. This hand cream is the one that feels the most dry to me (even though it never feels perfectly dry, of course), and I also feel that it's the most effective when my skin is already cracked, red and swollen (it doesn't burn! and scarring seems to be faster).

Uriage Bariederm Insulating Repairing Hand Cream 18 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 rating

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