Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream versus Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion .
Published on June 21, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, 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
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream 34 ingredients
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion 30 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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream 34 ingredients
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion 30 ingredients
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Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream 34 ingredients
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion 30 ingredients
Water • Cetyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Paraffinum Liquidum • Tapioca Starch • Cetyl Palmitate • Sorbitan Palmitate • Sorbitan Olivate • C14-22 Alcohols • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Propanediol • Glycerin • Microcrystalline Wax • Dimethicone • Borago Officinalis Seed Oil • Panthenol • Ceramide 3 • Ceramide AP • Ceramide 1 • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Niacinamide • Avena Sativa Kernel Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Disodium EDTA • Parfum
Water • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Niacinamide • Ceramide 3 • Ceramide AP • Ceramide 1 • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Cetearyl Nonanoate • Coco-Caprylate • Isopropyl Myristate • Glycerin • Borago Officinalis Seed Oil • Glyceryl Oleate Citrate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Panthenol • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Tapioca Starch • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Behenyl Alcohol • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • Isohexadecane • Polysorbate 60 • Propanediol • Disodium EDTA • Parfum
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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 WaterBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 ButterBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.
We don't have a description for Tapioca Starch.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 PropanediolBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.
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 GlycerinBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is from the seeds of the starflower plant. This plant grows primarily in Europe.
This oil does not have a scent. It contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid. These fatty acids help keep skin hydrated.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Learn more about Borago Officinalis Seed OilBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 PanthenolBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ceramide 3 is a form of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP Ceramide NP
Ceramide 3 (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where m has a value ranging from 12 to 28 in which the acyl moiety may be saturated, mono-unsaturated, or di-unsaturated and n has a value ranging from 10 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 3, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 3 will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide NP.
Learn more about Ceramide 3Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
Ceramide 1 is a type of Ceramide.
Our skin is made up of ceramides. Ceramides have several roles, including:
This ceramide has since been retired and replaced with Ceramide EOP.
Learn more about Ceramide 1Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.
Phytosphingosine is already present in our skin. On our skin, it is a building block for ceramides.
Phytosphingosine tells our skin to increase its natural moisturizing factor (NMF). The NMF is responsible for hydration, a strong barrier, and plasticity. Our NMF decreases with age. Increasing NMF leads to more healthy and hydrated skin.
Studies show products formulated with NMF ingredients help strengthen our skin's barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier reduces irritation and increases hydration. Our skin barrier is responsible for having plump and firm skin. It also helps protect our skin against infection, allergies, and inflammation.
Phytosphingosine is also abundant in plants and fungi.
More ingredients that help boost collagen in skin:
Learn more about PhytosphingosineBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is the lauric acid sodium salt of lactyl lactate.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is an emulsifier and surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. They do this by preventing ingredients from separating, such as oils and water which do not mix naturally. Surfactants reduce surface tension, making it easier to rinse pollutants off skin.
Due to its relation to lauric acid, it may provide antimicrobial benefits.
Learn more about Sodium Lauroyl LactylateBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 11.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTABrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 30.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumBrinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Atomist Skin Barrier Repair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 31.
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