Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream versus Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum .
Last updated on October 31, 2023. Published on July 29, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream 38 ingredients
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum 27 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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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Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream 38 ingredients
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum 27 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream 38 ingredients
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum 27 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Dibutyl Adipate • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Panthenol • Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate • Glycerin • Beeswax • Cetearyl Alcohol • Niacinamide • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glyceryl Stearate • Sodium Caprylate • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Isohexadecane • Leontopodium Alpinum Extract • Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables • Oryza Sativa Lees Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Polysorbate 80 • 1,2-Hexanediol • Adenosine • Sorbitan Oleate • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Hydrolyzed Soy Flour • Buddleja Davidii Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Water • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Niacinamide • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Acrylates Copolymer • Tromethamine • Oryza Sativa Lees Extract • Leontopodium Alpinum Extract • Calcium Alginate • Propanediol • Hydrolyzed Soy Flour • Ethylhexylglycerin • Agar • Adenosine • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Caprylyl Glycol • CI 77492 • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Buddleja Davidii Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Extract • Tocopherol
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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 Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 PropanediolCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 NiacinamideCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
We don't have a description for Leontopodium Alpinum Extract.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Oryza Sativa Lees Extract.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
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:
Learn more about Citric AcidCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateCetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Soy Flour.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Buddleja Davidii Extract is native to China and Japan. It is also known as the Butterfly Bush as it provides food for butterflies.
Buddleja Davidii Extract is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping to stabilize them, antioxidants may help with anti-aging.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Thymus Vulgaris Extract is a fragrance.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Cetaphil Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Face Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
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