Cetaphil Pro Oil Control Face Purifying Mask Versus Neutrogena Hydro Boost and Hydrating Hydrogel Mask
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Pro Oil Control Face Purifying Mask 26 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost and Hydrating Hydrogel Mask 18 ingredients
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Cetaphil Pro Oil Control Face Purifying Mask 26 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost and Hydrating Hydrogel Mask 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventBentonite
AbsorbentStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Argilla
Abrasive
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCucumis Sativus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Bitartrate
BufferingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantBHT
Antioxidant
Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Petrolatum, Propanediol, Bentonite, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Argilla, Persea Gratissima Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sorbitan Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Potassium Bitartrate, Titanium Dioxide, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, BHT
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPropanediol
SolventCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingChondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Chloride
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dipropylene Glycol, Propanediol, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Xanthan Gum, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Chlorphenesin, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Chloride, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Sucrose Cocoate, Tocopherol, Blue 1 Lake
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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