Deconstruct Retinol Night Cream Versus Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi Rejuvenating & Brightening Night Cream
Updated on November 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe night moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Deconstruct Retinol Night Cream 27 ingredients
Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi Rejuvenating & Brightening Night Cream 32 ingredients
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Deconstruct Retinol Night Cream 27 ingredients
Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi Rejuvenating & Brightening Night Cream 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventCetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
C15-19 Alkane
SolventIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
BHA
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Betaine
Humectant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, C15-19 Alkane, Isopropyl Myristate, Niacinamide, Cetyl Alcohol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Beta-Glucan, Panthenol, Allantoin, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, BHA, BHT, Disodium EDTA, Betaine, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Pisum Sativum Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEDTA
Velvet Extract
HumectantAralia Racemosa Extract
Skin ConditioningShorea Robusta Leaf Extract
AstringentSesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Myristica Fragrans Extract
MaskingAlysicarpus Vaginalis Extract
Skin ConditioningMesua Ferrea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCananga Odorata Flower Powder
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Powder
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Cedrus Deodara Wood Extract
Skin ConditioningElettaria Cardamomum Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningCaprae Lac
Skin ConditioningCallicarpa Macrophylla Flower Extract
Caesalpinia Sappan Stem Powder
Exfoliating
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Water, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, EDTA, Velvet Extract, Aralia Racemosa Extract, Shorea Robusta Leaf Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Myristica Fragrans Extract, Alysicarpus Vaginalis Extract, Mesua Ferrea Flower Extract, Cananga Odorata Flower Powder, Arctium Lappa Root Powder, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Cedrus Deodara Wood Extract, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Powder, Caprae Lac, Callicarpa Macrophylla Flower Extract, Caesalpinia Sappan Stem Powder, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Allantoin
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 WaterCetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateCetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholPhenoxyethanol 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.
Panthenol 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 PanthenolAllantoin 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 AllantoinIngredient Ratings
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