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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream versus Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream .

Last updated on February 21, 2024. Published on March 15, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 25 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores 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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General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

General Moisturizer

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

General Moisturizer

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

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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

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Panthenol • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Glyceryl Stearate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dicaprylyl Ether • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Niacinamide • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Allantoin • Trehalose • Centella Asiatica Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Artemisia Annua Extract • Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract • Anthriscus Sylvestris Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Madecassoside • Vitis Vinifera Vine Sap • Tocopherol • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Bambusa Arundinacea Juice • Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice • Trichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Soluble Proteoglycan • Cetearyl Olivate • Dimethicone • Sorbitan Olivate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Stearic Acid • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Cetyl Alcohol • Tromethamine • Sucrose Stearate • Sucrose Tristearate • Trisodium EDTA • Polyquaternium-51 • Pentylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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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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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture 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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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

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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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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Humectant, Moisturising
Community Rating: Loved

Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.

As a humectant, trehalose helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

Due to its antioxidant properties, trehalose may help with signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, unstable molecules that may damage your skin.

In medicine, trehalose and hyaluronic acid are used to help treat dry eyes.

Some animals, plants, and bacteria create trehalose as a source of energy to survive freeze or lack of water.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.

Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.

Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Loved

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract comes from the Japanese Knotweed plant native to Japan, Korea, and China.

This plant contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It contains high amounts of resveratrol, a potent antioxidant.

The root of the plant has been used in traditional folk medicine throughout Asia.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.

In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.

In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Liked

Artemisia Annua Extract comes from a plant more commonly known as annual mugwort.

Artemisia Annua contains flavonoids, a potent antioxidant. Ongoing studies are looking at its ability to increase wound-healing and soothe the skin.

This ingredient has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help reduce fever.

Fun fact: Artemisia Annua Extract is used to treat Malaria due to its natural anti-malarial properties. The scientist who discovered this has been awarded a Nobel Prize in Medicine.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Azadirachta Indica is a tree commonly known as neem, nimtree, or Indian Lilac.

The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial.

Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

A 2017 study found neem oil was effective at treating wrinkles and dry skin in mice. The study also found higher levels of elastin and procollagen.

Learn more about Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Anthriscus Sylvestris Extract.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Bleaching, Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing
Community Rating: Liked

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.

One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.

Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.

Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.

Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

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

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

Vitis Vinifera Vine Sap comes from grape vine.

Vitis Vinifera Vine Sap helps hydrate and soften the skin.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.

Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.

Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.

Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.

Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.

Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.

Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice is the sap of the Asian White Birch tree. Birch juice has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.

The high content of amino acids, sugars, and minerals provide the skin with moisture. On top of that, it contains Vitamins C and B (niacinamide). These two superstar ingredients protect your skin while reducing dark spots.

This white birch is currently being studied for potential anti-cancer properties. It has been used in traditional Asian medicine to help treat infections.

Learn more about Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Skin Protecting

We don't have a description for Trichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

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

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

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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.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Liked

Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.

As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.

Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.

Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.

1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-

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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Trisodium EDTA.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.

Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

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