Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer versus IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer .
Published on May 02, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, 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
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer 49 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer 100 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Canola Oil
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Santalum Album Oil
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
- Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil
- Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Peg-100 Stearate
- Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
- Stearyl Behenate
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Palmitic Acid
- Stearic Acid
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Peg-150 Distearate
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
- Polysorbate 20
- Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
- Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
- Polysorbate 60
- Canola Oil
- Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
- Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate
- Glycine Soja Sterols
- Stearyl Stearate
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer 49 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer 100 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer 49 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer 100 ingredients
Water • Homosalate • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Octocrylene • Cetyl Alcohol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Steareth-21 • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Carbomer • Dimethiconol • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Chlorphenesin • Caprylyl Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract • Allantoin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Disodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil • Rosa Canina Fruit Oil • Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Sodium Hydroxide • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Michelia Alba Leaf Oil • Sodium Lactate • Coco-Glucoside • Peg-8 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Palmitoyl Oligopeptide • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract • Ascorbic Acid • Citric Acid • Nicotiana Sylvestris Leaf Cell Culture • Linalool • Citronellol • Geraniol
Water • Butylene Glycol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Ethylhexyl Isononanoate • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Stearyl Behenate • Dimethicone • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Polyethylene • Peg/Ppg-20/15 Dimethicone • Phenyl Methicone • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Polyquaternium-51 • Niacinamide • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Carbomer • Peg-150 Distearate • Ceramide AP • Glycosphingolipids • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Meadowfoam Estolide • Sorbitan Isostearate • Squalane • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Polysorbate 20 • Steareth-20 • N-Hydroxysuccinimide • Chrysin • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Polysorbate 60 • Aleuritic Acid • Yeast Extract • Glycoproteins • Betaine • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Ceramide NP • Allantoin • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Retinyl Retinoate • Polylactic Acid • Canola Oil • Cholesteryl Nonanoate • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Eruca Sativa Leaf Extract • Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate • Ceteareth-20 • Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea • Glycine Soja Sterols • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate • Santalum Album Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Cetearyl Glucoside • Glucose • Stearyl Stearate • Tromethamine • Citric Acid • 1,2-Hexanediol • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Potassium Sorbate • Dipropylene Glycol • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil • Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caramel • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Limonene • Linalool
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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 WaterCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycerinCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 97.
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 ButterCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is is derived from colloidal oatmeal. It is formed from grounded oatmeal and a liquid base.
Besides being a healthy breakfast, oats have many benefits in skincare too.
This ingredient helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin. The starches in colloidal oatmeal are able to bind water, keeping the skin hydrated.
The cellulose and fiber in colloidal oatmeal help reduce inflammation. This can also help the skin feel softer.
Colloidal Oatmeal is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells.
Avenacins found in colloidal oatmeal have anti-fungal properties. The saponins have a cleaning affect.
Overall, colloidal oatmeal is great at providing the skin with moisture and help sooth irritation. It also protects the skin in various ways.
Learn more about Avena Sativa Kernel ExtractCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 58.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.
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 GlycolCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 98.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 57.
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 EDTACharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 96.
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 AcetateCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 94.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.
This ingredient consists of four amino acids and palmitic acid. These amino acids are arginine, proline, glutamine, and glycine.
This ingredient has many benefits. These benefits include boosting collagen production, fighting inflammation, and reversing UV damage.
By preventing our bodies from producing interleukins, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 helps fight inflammation. An interleukin is a chemical that signals to the body to produce an inflammatory response. Interleukin production is accelerated by UV radiation.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 41.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 49.
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 AcidCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 45.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 82.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolCharlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 47.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 100.
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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer 49 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer 100 ingredients
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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer 49 ingredients
It makes my skin feel great.
It makes my skin feel great.
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer 100 ingredients
It's okay...
It's very moisturizing and I use it in the evenings as my bottom moisturizer when using retin-A. BUT I only buy it when ULTA has it on their 21 Days of Beauty sale because I don't think it's worth its original price.
It's okay...
It's very moisturizing and I use it in the evenings as my bottom moisturizer when using retin-A. BUT I only buy it when ULTA has it on their 21 Days of Beauty sale because I don't think it's worth its original price.
Love the long lasting moisturizing and the ingredients that play well with others.
Love the long lasting moisturizing and the ingredients that play well with others.
My skin drinks this right up. A little goes a long way so worth the price. Skin is left soft and I can feel the firmness in my skin. The next morning, my skin is still hydrated and has a lovely glow
My skin drinks this right up. A little goes a long way so worth the price. Skin is left soft and I can feel the firmness in my skin. The next morning, my skin is still hydrated and has a lovely glow
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