Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer versus Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer .
Published on July 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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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
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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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
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Polysilicone-11 • C15-19 Alkane • Squalane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Saccharide Isomerate • Peg-100 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Propanediol • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Tocopherol • Panthenol • Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cetearyl Olivate • Caprylyl Methicone • Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sorbitan Olivate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Polysorbate 60 • Cetearyl Glucoside • Laureth-12 • Tin Oxide • Mica • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Phytate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citric Acid • CI 77891
Water • Glycerin • Saccharide Isomerate • Propanediol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Polyamide-5 • Dimethicone • Hydroxyacetophenone • Polysilicone-11 • Squalane • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Laureth-12 • Cetearyl Olivate • Glyceryl Stearate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sorbitan Olivate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Cetearyl Alcohol • Lactobacillus Ferment • Tocopherol • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Silybum Marianum Extract • Betula Alba Leaf Extract • Beta-Sitosterol • Panthenol • Squalene • Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract • Citric Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Sodium Citrate
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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 WaterBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 SqualaneBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
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.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Saccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is altered so the structure is more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. Its ability to match these carbohydrates makes it a great moisturizer and humectant.
Humectants help draw moisture from the air to our skin. Studies show Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 TocopherolBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Learn more about PanthenolBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 31.
Cetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
Sorbitan Olivate is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Laureth-12.
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH 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.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Bliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidBliss Glow Rush Vitamin C Luminous Daily Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 39.
Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
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