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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer versus IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer .

Published on March 31, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones

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General Moisturizer British Brand United Kingdom

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

General Moisturizer

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

Price

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Starts at $24.00
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Starts at $85.00

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
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)
Niacinamide
Ceramides (2)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (8)
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (8)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (5)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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

WaterButylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxaneGlycerinButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/DicaprateEthylhexyl IsononanoateHydrogenated PolyisobuteneCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic TriglycerideGlyceryl StearatePeg-100 StearatePolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateStearyl BehenateDimethiconePentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateBiosaccharide Gum-1Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerCetearyl AlcoholPalmitic AcidStearic AcidPolyethylene Peg/Ppg-20/15 DimethiconePhenyl MethiconePortulaca Oleracea ExtractCocos Nucifera OilAloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractButyrospermum Parkii ButterHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerSodium HyaluronateHydrogenated LecithinPolyquaternium-51NiacinamideHydrolyzed CollagenCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractTocopheryl AcetateCarbomerPeg-150 DistearateCeramide APGlycosphingolipidsGlyceryl PolymethacrylateMeadowfoam EstolideSorbitan IsostearateSqualanePalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Polysorbate 20Steareth-20N-HydroxysuccinimideChrysinPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Polysorbate 60Aleuritic AcidYeast ExtractGlycoproteinsBetaineHydrogenated PolydeceneCeramide NPAllantoinAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractRetinyl RetinoatePolylactic AcidCanola OilCholesteryl NonanoateAscorbyl TetraisopalmitateGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower WaterCurcuma Longa Root ExtractLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateEruca Sativa Leaf ExtractGlyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/OleateCeteareth-20Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MeaGlycine Soja SterolsMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer DilinoleateSantalum Album OilChamomilla Recutita Flower OilCaprylhydroxamic AcidCetearyl GlucosideGlucoseStearyl StearateTromethamineCitric Acid1,2-HexanediolChlorhexidine DigluconatePotassium SorbateDipropylene GlycolLavandula Angustifolia OilCitrus Paradisi Peel OilCymbopogon Citratus Leaf OilPelargonium Graveolens OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilPogostemon Cablin Leaf OilCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilEthylhexylglycerinCaramelDisodium EDTAPhenoxyethanolCaprylyl GlycolLimoneneLinalool

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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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Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

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.

D5 is 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 Cyclopentasiloxane

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

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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.

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Butter

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.

5
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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".

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Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 42.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Stearate

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Yeast Extract.

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 52.

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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

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.

9
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.

10
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.

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What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.

Learn more about Limonene

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 99.

12
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

Learn more about Linalool

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 100.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 97.

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

21% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
56% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
34% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturizer 34 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 rating

IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer 100 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 3 ratings
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USAFGal09

1 year ago · Oily Skin
Review

It's okay...
It's very moisturizing and I use it in the evenings as my bottom moisturizer when using retin-A. BUT I only buy it when ULTA has it on...

It's okay...
It's very moisturizing and I use it in the evenings as my bottom moisturizer when using retin-A. BUT I only buy it when ULTA has it on their 21 Days of Beauty sale because I don't think it's worth its original price.

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AletheaNorton_584

6 months ago · Normal Skin
Review

Love the long lasting moisturizing and the ingredients that play well with others.

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