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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermalogica Active Moist versus La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin .

Last updated on November 28, 2023. Published on October 03, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
General Moisturizer French Brand France

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

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Scar Healing

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)
Niacinamide
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 1.

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 12.

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin contains this as ingredient number 10.

3
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 23.

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin contains this as ingredient number 15.

4
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 38.

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin contains this as ingredient number 12.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

24% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet
56% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Dermalogica Active Moist 42 ingredients

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La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin 16 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 6 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Light (1) No Scent (1) Works Well (1)
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Squidbang

1 year ago · Combination Skin
Review

Filmy
This leaves a bit of a filmy feel on my skin once it soaks in. Doesn't pill under sunscreen, though, and feels great when being applied.

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AndieGlass

3 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

I love it. It doesn’t leave my skin feeling heavy or greasy like some other products. I feel like it works perfectly on my oily skin because it...

I love it. It doesn’t leave my skin feeling heavy or greasy like some other products. I feel like it works perfectly on my oily skin because it helps reduce how shiny my forehead can get throughout the day.

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