Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion - UK Versus A'kin Firming Night Cream
Updated on July 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
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 parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 16 ingredients
A'kin Firming Night Cream 39 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 16 ingredients
A'kin Firming Night Cream 39 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Pantolactone
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water
Skin ConditioningIsostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Nonanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingMyrciaria Dubia Fruit Juice
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Phytate
Methylsilanol Hydroxyproline Aspartate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Citronellol
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Isostearyl Isostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sorbitan Stearate, Cetearyl Nonanoate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sucrose Cocoate, Behenyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Phenoxyethanol, Allantoin, Parfum, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Sodium Citrate, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Juice, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Piroctone Olamine, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Phytate, Methylsilanol Hydroxyproline Aspartate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citronellol, Salicylic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Geraniol, Linalool, Citral, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinCetearyl 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 AlcoholPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 16 ingredients
A'kin Firming Night Cream 39 ingredients
Reviews
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Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 16 ingredients
"Cetyl Alcohol and Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil" *loud booing*
when i used this last summer it was great for like a week but then broke me out so badly
