Clear Skincare Ultra Light Hydrating Gel-Cream Versus Skin Software Daily Moisturiser
Updated on August 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Clear Skincare Ultra Light Hydrating Gel-Cream 22 ingredients
Skin Software Daily Moisturiser 23 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Clear Skincare Ultra Light Hydrating Gel-Cream 22 ingredients
Skin Software Daily Moisturiser 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Sodium PCA
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethiconol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Sodium PCA, Centella Asiatica Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Propanediol
SolventBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentSodium PCA
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Propanediol, Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Ceramide NP, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide AP, Cholesterol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Ceramide EOP
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 PropanediolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
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 HyaluronateSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCAIngredient Ratings
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Clear Skincare Ultra Light Hydrating Gel-Cream 22 ingredients
Skin Software Daily Moisturiser 23 ingredients
Reviews
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Clear Skincare Ultra Light Hydrating Gel-Cream 22 ingredients
Absolutely love this product, the hydration you get from this is incredible!!!
I have super dry skin and uneven texture and it makes my skin feel moisturised, hydrated and smooth throughout the day!
When first applied it can feel a bit tacky, but the more I’ve worn it the less tacky it has felt. But the upside is, you don’t need much product at all, I do about a pea size and that’s enough Show more
