Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer versus MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on January 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens or fragrances
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
Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer 33 ingredients
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream 41 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef 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
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer 33 ingredients
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream 41 ingredients
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer 33 ingredients
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream 41 ingredients
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract 1% • Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Pentylene Glycol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Sorbitol • Behenyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • Avena Sativa Kernel Flour • Cetyl Alcohol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Arginine • Niacinamide • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Sodium Polyacrylate • Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide Peg-15 Disulfate • Caprylyl Glycol • Ceteareth-20 • Sodium PCA • Panthenol • Citric Acid • Allantoin • Dimethiconol • Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract • Disodium EDTA • Maltodextrin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ceramide NP • Pantolactone
Water • Lecithin • Propylene Glycol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Arginine • Behenyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil • Isopropyl Myristate • Methylglucamine Hcl • Cyclohexasiloxane • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ceteareth-20 • Glyceryl Stearate • Polysorbate 80 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Polyacrylamide • Alcohol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Dimethicone • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Olive Oil Peg-7 Esters • Squalane • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Tocopherol • Argilla • Laureth-7 • Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol • Cetyl Acetate • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Tetrasodium EDTA • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Diazolidinyl Urea • Phenoxyethanol • Methylparaben • Butylparaben • Ethylparaben • Propylparaben • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
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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 WaterCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 TriglycerideCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 ButterCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 StearateCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineCetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 EDTACetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer 33 ingredients
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream 41 ingredients
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Cetaphil Eczema Restoraderm Soothing Moisturizer 33 ingredients
MEG 21 Smooth Radiance Advanced Formula Anti-aging Neck Cream 41 ingredients
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