Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream versus Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on January 15, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 31 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 31 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 31 ingredients
Water • Squalane • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Isoamyl Laurate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sorbitan Olivate • Cetearyl Olivate • Ceramide NP • Jojoba Esters • Sodium Hyaluronate • Euterpe Oleracea Sterols • Linoleic Acid • Oleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Ethyl Linoleate • Tocopherol • Isoamyl Cocoate • Cetyl Palmitate • Sorbitan Palmitate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Carbomer • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Gluconate
Water • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Propanediol • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearic Acid • Glycerin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Glyceryl Laurate • Squalane • Pentapeptide-59 • Withania Somnifera Leaf Extract • Ganoderma Lucidum Extract • Ocimum Tenuiflorum Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Borago Officinalis Seed Oil • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Rhodiola Rosea Extract • Phenethyl Alcohol • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Panthenol • Tocopherol • Maltodextrin • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Allantoin • Caramel
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterBiossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 1.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneBiossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinBiossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 7.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterBiossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolBiossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 26.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 24.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 23.
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.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi contains this as ingredient number 28.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 31 ingredients
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Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 31 ingredients
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Youth To The People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream with Ashwagandha + Reishi 31 ingredients
Jnke.
Luvs it~
Great texture, nice and light- didn't feel heavy on my skin and absorbed quickly. Worked well with my oily skin. Scent is earthy &...
Luvs it~
Great texture, nice and light- didn't feel heavy on my skin and absorbed quickly. Worked well with my oily skin. Scent is earthy & definitely smells like mushrooms! But I didnt mind it, my partner couldn't stand it however. Disappointed is not fungle acne safe, though I cant recall if it actually broke me out.
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