Cream Co. Moisturizer Versus Shea Moisture Moisturizing Face Lotion
Updated on February 04, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive 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
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Ingredient Info
Cream Co. Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Shea Moisture Moisturizing Face Lotion 30 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Cream Co. Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Shea Moisture Moisturizing Face Lotion 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Bellis Perennis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Lecithin
EmollientSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantPisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventSodium PCA
HumectantErythritol
HumectantCarrageenan
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Bellis Perennis Flower Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Niacinamide, Lecithin, Saccharide Isomerate, Pisum Sativum Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Erythritol, Carrageenan, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
SolventGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Glyceryl Glucoside
HumectantSucrose
HumectantCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Phytate
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientBenzoic Acid
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Azelaic Acid, Propanediol, Glycol Distearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Olivate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Silica, Glyceryl Glucoside, Sucrose, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Potassium Sorbate, Triethyl Citrate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Benzoic Acid, Parfum
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 WaterThis 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 TriglycerideGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium 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 HyaluronateBenzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidIngredient Ratings
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Cream Co. Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Shea Moisture Moisturizing Face Lotion 30 ingredients
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Cream Co. Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Honestly, I've seen many different opinions on this product but my experience has been nothing short of amazing. The most visible thing for me was how my skin tone evened out almost right after my first use. One other thing I would like to mention is that it is super lightweight and feels incredible on the skin. Will definitely buy again!
Sadly caused a fungal acne flare up in 2 days only.
