Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream Versus La Théorie Moisturizer Hydrating Ingredients
Updated on February 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
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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Ingredient Info
Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream 37 ingredients
La Théorie Moisturizer Hydrating Ingredients 15 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream 37 ingredients
La Théorie Moisturizer Hydrating Ingredients 15 ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNylon-12
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingTrehalose
HumectantPropanediol
SolventDipropylene Glycol
MaskingLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningTrisodium EDTA
Malachite Extract
Antioxidant
Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate
HumectantSaccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate
HumectantBambusa Arundinacea Sap Extract
EmollientBetula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
Skin ConditioningTrichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract
Skin ProtectingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Anthriscus Sylvestris Extract
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Vine Sap
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentArtemisia Annua Extract
MaskingAzadirachta Indica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Nylon-12, Panthenol, Dimethiconol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Trehalose, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Trisodium EDTA, Malachite Extract, Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Bambusa Arundinacea Sap Extract, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Trichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Anthriscus Sylvestris Extract, Madecassoside, Vitis Vinifera Vine Sap, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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.
Learn more about GlycerinDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
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)-
Learn more about TromethamineSodium 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 HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream 37 ingredients
La Théorie Moisturizer Hydrating Ingredients 15 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Beyond Angel Aqua Moisture Cream 37 ingredients
not the most hydrating moisturizer i've had but the ingredients are amazing! it hasn't irritated my skin so far.
I apologize if there are any grammatical errors ahead.
This moisturizer is literally amazing. It doesn't make your face look wet upon application (like most gel moisturizers) and it isn't too watery, rather it's a thicker gel cream.
It's amazing for my combination skin because it doesn't make my t-zone oil up. It also rather has a soft finish (?) rather than a dewy finish which I prefer. Show more
La Théorie Moisturizer Hydrating Ingredients 15 ingredients
I love love this moisturizer. I have combination skin (really dry cheeks and this moisturizer just feel so nice. It's just a so hydrating to the skin. My skin love it. I'm already on my second bottle and will have to repurchase it becase my skin is jusst drinking it up. Love it!!
Been using this for about a month
My skin is no longer inflamed and most of the patches are gone!
