Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) versus Dermalogica Active Moist .
Published on March 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) 19 ingredients
Dermalogica Active Moist 42 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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 😥
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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
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Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) 19 ingredients
Dermalogica Active Moist 42 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) 19 ingredients
Dermalogica Active Moist 42 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glycerin • Cetearyl Glucoside • Saccharide Isomerate • Xanthan Gum • Pentylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Dipropylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Glyceryl Caprylate • P-Anisic Acid • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Pentylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Coconut Alkanes • Cetearyl Alcohol • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Saccharide Isomerate • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Arctium Lappa Root Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Hedera Helix Extract • Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract • Nasturtium Officinale Extract • Propanediol • Polysorbate 60 • Caprylyl Glycol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Allantoin • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Polyquaternium-10 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Triethyl Citrate • Myristic Acid • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract • Citrus Limon Peel Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Lavandula Hybrida Flower Extract • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hydroxide • Aminomethyl Propanol • Citral • Linalool • Limonene
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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.
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 WaterDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dermalogica Active Moist 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 AlcoholDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 7.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 2.
Saccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is altered so the structure is more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. Its ability to match these carbohydrates makes it a great moisturizer and humectant.
Humectants help draw moisture from the air to our skin. Studies show Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 8.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 10.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 10.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 11.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 23.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted effects and reactions from a product. These metal ions may come from water and are found in miniscule amounts.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate can also help other preservatives be more effective.
Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 16.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 AcidDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 18.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 36.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateDermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) contains this as ingredient number 19.
Dermalogica Active Moist contains this as ingredient number 37.
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Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) 19 ingredients
Dermalogica Active Moist 42 ingredients
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Dermolin Dagcreme (Day Cream) 19 ingredients
Dermalogica Active Moist 42 ingredients
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