Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright versus Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer .
Published on October 25, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, 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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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer 54 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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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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
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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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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer 54 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer 54 ingredients
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Methylheptyl Isostearate • Butylene Glycol • Dimethicone • Cetyl Alcohol • Isohexadecane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate • Cetyl Caprylate • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil • Vigna Aconitifolia Seed Extract • Strelitzia Nicolai Seed Aril Extract • Oligopeptide-34 • Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Fruit Ferment Filtrate • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Niacinamide • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Tocopherol • Beta-Sitosterol • Zinc Glycinate • Decyl Glucoside • Polysilicone-11 • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Dimethiconol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Aminomethyl Propanol • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Butylene Glycol • Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Dimethicone • Dimethyl Capramide • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil • Rose Flower Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract • Citrus Limon Peel Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Algae Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Lecithin • Glucosamine Hcl • Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide • Tocopheryl Acetate • Squalane • Sodium Hyaluronate • Polysilicone-11 • Glycine Soja Protein • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Ceteareth-20 • Sodium Polyacrylate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Decyl Glucoside • Polysorbate 80 • Urea • Galactoarabinan • Glyceryl Polyacrylate • Polysorbate 60 • Aminomethyl Propanol • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Linalool • Eugenol • Limonene • Geraniol • Citronellol • CI 77891
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterDermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneDermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 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.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholDermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 8.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 33.
Decyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant. Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away.
It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Decyl Glucoside also helps stabilize the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideDermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 24.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 39.
We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 25.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateDermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 27.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 34.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 45.
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 EDTADermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 35.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 46.
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.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 48.
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.
Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright contains this as ingredient number 37.
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 47.
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Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer 54 ingredients
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Dermalogica Pure Night Powerbright 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 Moisturizer 54 ingredients
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