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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer versus Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer .

Published on February 13, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

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

Day Moisturizer

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

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

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)

Notable Ingredients

BHA

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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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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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.

5
What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.

Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.

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.

Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.

8
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.

9
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.

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

36% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet
24% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Acne Mattifying Moisturizer 36 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 2 ratings

Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer 21 ingredients

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