Dermorepubliq Cica + Ceramide + 2% Niacinamide Advanced Barrier Repair Cream Versus My Dream Skin Ceramide + Niacinamide Barrier Defense And Dark Spot Fader Gel Cream
Updated on August 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Dermorepubliq Cica + Ceramide + 2% Niacinamide Advanced Barrier Repair Cream 19 ingredients
My Dream Skin Ceramide + Niacinamide Barrier Defense And Dark Spot Fader Gel Cream 28 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Dermorepubliq Cica + Ceramide + 2% Niacinamide Advanced Barrier Repair Cream 19 ingredients
My Dream Skin Ceramide + Niacinamide Barrier Defense And Dark Spot Fader Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentDimethicone
Emollient
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Triolein
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSnail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingWater, Propylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Silica, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Dimethicone, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Centella Asiatica Extract, Triolein, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Cucumis Sativus Extract, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
Emollient
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol
EmollientLeptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Tonic
Piper Nigrum Seed Extract
RefreshingMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAlpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCryptomeria Japonica Bud Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhospholipids
Skin ConditioningSphingolipids
EmollientCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Triethanolamine
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Niacinamide, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Glycerin, Persea Gratissima Oil, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Saccharide Isomerate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Octyldodecanol, Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil, Piper Nigrum Seed Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Alpha-Arbutin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Cryptomeria Japonica Bud Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Phospholipids, Sphingolipids, Ceramide EOP, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamidePolyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.
It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.
We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about PolyacrylamideC13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.
As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.
C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about C13-14 IsoparaffinLaureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.
This ingredient is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.
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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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Dermorepubliq Cica + Ceramide + 2% Niacinamide Advanced Barrier Repair Cream 19 ingredients
My Dream Skin Ceramide + Niacinamide Barrier Defense And Dark Spot Fader Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Reviews
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Dermorepubliq Cica + Ceramide + 2% Niacinamide Advanced Barrier Repair Cream 19 ingredients
My Dream Skin Ceramide + Niacinamide Barrier Defense And Dark Spot Fader Gel Cream 28 ingredients
This is great for oily and sensitive skin! It's fragrance free for me and it lessens the oil production in my face when I use this. I also noticed that I don't get that much acne since I started using this. The downside of this product is I think the 50ml is not enough since it's like you're using the product too fast. This lasted for 2-3 months to me I guess. I'm glad they have a bigger version Show more
The product is really moisturizing and hydrating but it does not work for someone who has fungal acne and oily skin because it has oil it gives me closed comedones on my fungal acne although it might work for someone who doesn't have fungal acne problems
