Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer versus Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional .
Published on April 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid, peptides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer 31 ingredients
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional 43 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 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer 31 ingredients
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional 43 ingredients
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Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer 31 ingredients
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional 43 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Niacinamide • Vitis Vinifera Oil • Dimethicone • Panthenol • Sorbitan Stearate • Squalane • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Butylene Glycol • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Citric Acid • Carbomer • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Polysorbate 20 • Xanthan Gum • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Ceramide EOP
Water • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Steareth-2 • Dimethicone • Steareth-21 • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate • Madecassoside • Acetyl Glucosamine • Peg-4 Proline Linolenate • Oligopeptide-5 • Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate • Saccharide Isomerate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ceramide AP • Sodium Hyaluronate • Peg-4 Proline Linoleate • Asiaticoside • Glycine Soja Protein • Ceramide NP • Cholesterol • Phytosphingosine • Ceramide EOP • Valine • Cetearyl Glucoside • Glycine • Benzyl PCA • Sodium Citrate • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Citric Acid • Carbomer • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Dextran Sulfate • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate • Benzyl Alcohol • Xanthan Gum • BHA • Parfum
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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 WaterDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 AlcoholDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 8.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional 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.
Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 6.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 17.
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.
Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 38.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is the lauric acid sodium salt of lactyl lactate.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is an emulsifier and surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. They do this by preventing ingredients from separating, such as oils and water which do not mix naturally. Surfactants reduce surface tension, making it easier to rinse pollutants off skin.
Due to its relation to lauric acid, it may provide antimicrobial benefits.
Learn more about Sodium Lauroyl LactylateDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 33.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 19.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 34.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 35.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 23.
Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 18.
Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.
Phytosphingosine is already present in our skin. On our skin, it is a building block for ceramides.
Phytosphingosine tells our skin to increase its natural moisturizing factor (NMF). The NMF is responsible for hydration, a strong barrier, and plasticity. Our NMF decreases with age. Increasing NMF leads to more healthy and hydrated skin.
Studies show products formulated with NMF ingredients help strengthen our skin's barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier reduces irritation and increases hydration. Our skin barrier is responsible for having plump and firm skin. It also helps protect our skin against infection, allergies, and inflammation.
Phytosphingosine is also abundant in plants and fungi.
More ingredients that help boost collagen in skin:
Learn more about PhytosphingosineDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 25.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 24.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 41.
Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide NP
Learn more about Ceramide EOPDermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 31.
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Dermatica Nourishing Ceramide + Peptide Moisturizer 31 ingredients
Synchroline TERPROLINE Professional 43 ingredients
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