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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream versus Biretix Soothing Gel .

Published on October 27, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both 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 better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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General Moisturizer Spanish Brand Spain
General Moisturizer Spanish Brand Spain

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

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream 37 ingredients

Biretix Soothing Gel 46 ingredients

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
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream 37 ingredients

Biretix Soothing Gel 46 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

PHA
Vitamin E
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA (4)
Retinoid (2)
Vitamin C
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (7)
Reduces Large Pores (5)
Anti-Aging (6)
Dark Spots (5)
Scar Healing (7)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (8)

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (7)
Rosacea (6)
Eczema (6)
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Ingredients Compared

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

Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream 37 ingredients

Biretix Soothing Gel 46 ingredients

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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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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 39.

3
What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Liked

Fructose is fruit/plant sugar. It can be found in apples, figs, and honey.

This ingredient is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin, keeping your skin hydrated.

Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 26.

4
What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Loved

Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms. In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.

As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin. This helps hydrate skin.

Our skin's natural microbiome contains many saccharides that act as prebiotics. These prebiotics help strengthen our skin's microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.

Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.

Plants and algae make glucose during the process of photosynthesis. It is then used to make cellulose, the building blocks of cell walls.

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 22.

5
What it does: Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Urea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.

As a humectant, urea helps draw moisture from the air and from deep within the skin. This helps hydrate your skin. Studies show urea is an effective moisturizer for dry skin conditions. 40% urea is typical in medications for treating eczema and other skin conditions.

Urea has the strongest exfoliation effect in concentrations higher than 10%. It is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein in the top layer of skin. This helps remove dead skin cells and flaking skin.

In medicine, urea has been shown to help increase the potency of other ingredients, such as fungal treatments.

Humans and animals use urea to metabolize nitrogen-containing compounds. Urea is highly soluble in water. Once dissolved, it is neither acidic nor alkaline.

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 13.

6
What it does: Absorbent, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.

In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.

As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.

Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 28.

7
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.

Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 31.

8
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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:

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

Biretix Soothing Gel contains this as ingredient number 30.

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

Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream 37 ingredients

Biretix Soothing Gel 46 ingredients

51% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
52% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet

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Cantabria Labs Isorepair Cream 37 ingredients

Biretix Soothing Gel 46 ingredients

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