Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 versus No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 .
Published on October 15, 2022
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or sulfates
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 35 ingredients
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 63 ingredients
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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
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Sulfate Free
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Oil Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Cetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 35 ingredients
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 63 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Cetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 35 ingredients
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 63 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.8% • Homosalate 9.5% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.8% • Octocrylene 7% • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Panthenol • Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene • Isopropyl Palmitate • Silica • Niacinamide • Cetearyl Olivate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Sorbitan Olivate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Palmitic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Leontopodium Alpinum Extract • Stearic Acid • 1,2-Hexanediol • Oryza Sativa Lees Extract • Propanediol • Sodium Hydroxide • Adenosine • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Myristic Acid • Buddleja Davidii Leaf Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract • Tocopherol
Water • Glycerin • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Octocrylene • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Butylene Glycol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Tribehenin • Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate • Dimethicone • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Alcohol Denat. • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Silica • Phenoxyethanol • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Xanthan Gum • Methylparaben • Dimethiconol • Pentylene Glycol • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Parfum • Propylene Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylparaben • Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone • Hibiscus Abelmoschus Extract • Retinyl Palmitate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Dipropylene Glycol • Hydrolyzed Rice Protein • Tetrasodium EDTA • Sorbitan Laurate • T-Butyl Alcohol • Potassium Hydroxide • Polysorbate 20 • Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Simethicone • Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Carbomer • 3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid • Calcium Hydroxymethionine • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol • Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester • Morus Alba Leaf Extract • Ceramide NP • Sodium Benzoate • Ceramide AP • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Ceramide EOP • CI 77891 • CI 77491 • CI 14700
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Ingredients Explained
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Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 1.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 3.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 4.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 5.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 6.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 32.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 10.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 AlcoholCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 13.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is the potassium salt of a mixture. This mixture consists of the esters from phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
As a cleansing agent, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate helps gather oils, dirts, and pollutants from your skin. This makes it easier to rinse them away with water.
Learn more about Potassium Cetyl PhosphateCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 15.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 AcetateCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 17.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 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.
Cetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 21.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 56.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 30.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 52.
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 TocopherolCetaphil Daily Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 contains this as ingredient number 35.
No7 Restore & Renew Multi Action Day Cream SPF 15 contains this as ingredient number 57.
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