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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair versus Dermalogica MultiVitamin Power Recovery Mask .

Published on April 09, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin C

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
Wash Off Mask American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Wash Off Mask

Wash off masks are used to treat skin concerns: large pores, dryness, dullness, acne, and much more. They are applied preferably after cleansing (depending on the product’s instructions) and usually have to be removed within a specific time period.

Price

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Starts at $33.00
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Starts at $17.50

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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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (4)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Irritating

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Retinoid
Vitamin C
Exfoliators
Peptides (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (3)
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (3)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 UltraCalming Barrier Repair contains this as ingredient number 3.

Dermalogica MultiVitamin Power Recovery Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.

2
What it does: Abrasive, Antioxidant, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is is derived from colloidal oatmeal. It is formed from grounded oatmeal and a liquid base.

Besides being a healthy breakfast, oats have many benefits in skincare too.

This ingredient helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin. The starches in colloidal oatmeal are able to bind water, keeping the skin hydrated.

The cellulose and fiber in colloidal oatmeal help reduce inflammation. This can also help the skin feel softer.

Colloidal Oatmeal is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells.

Avenacins found in colloidal oatmeal have anti-fungal properties. The saponins have a cleaning affect.

Overall, colloidal oatmeal is great at providing the skin with moisture and help sooth irritation. It also protects the skin in various ways.

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Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair contains this as ingredient number 13.

Dermalogica MultiVitamin Power Recovery Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.

3
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.

Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.

Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.

Read more about other types of Vitamin C:

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Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair contains this as ingredient number 20.

Dermalogica MultiVitamin Power Recovery Mask contains this as ingredient number 11.

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

33% are loved or liked
25% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
34% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

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