Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream versus Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask .
Published on August 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
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 harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Night Moisturizer
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Sheet Mask
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream 71 ingredients
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask 47 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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Vegetable Oil
- Glyceryl Stearate Se
- Cetearyl Olivate
- Sorbitan Olivate
- Palmitic Acid
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
- Stearic Acid
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Peg-100 Stearate
- Polysorbate 60
- Sorbitan Isostearate
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream 71 ingredients
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask 47 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream 71 ingredients
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask 47 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Polybutene • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Vegetable Oil • Betaine • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Cetearyl Olivate • Cyclohexasiloxane • Sorbitan Olivate • C12-16 Alcohols • Cetearyl Glucoside • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Dimethiconol • Squalane • Butylene Glycol • Laminaria Japonica Extract • Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract • Palmitic Acid • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Ceramide NP • Panthenol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Isononyl Isononanoate • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Stearic Acid • Fructooligosaccharides • Polyquaternium-51 • Beta-Glucan • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Disodium EDTA • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Carnosine • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Inulin Lauryl Carbamate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Glucose • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Cellulose Gum • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Guaiazulene • Polysorbate 60 • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Sorbitan Isostearate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Beta Vulgaris Root Extract • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract • Oligopeptide-1
Water • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Methylpropanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Polysorbate 60 • Sorbitan Stearate • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Hexylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol • Arginine • Carbomer • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Hydroxyacetophenone • Allantoin • Trehalose • Sorbitan Isostearate • Peg-20 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sucrose Cocoate • Squalane • Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract • Coptis Japonica Root Extract • Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate • Citrus Grandis Seed Extract • Disodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Panthenol • Oryza Sativa Extract • Acorus Calamus Root Extract • Avena Sativa Meal Extract • Milk Protein Extract • Glyceryl Caprylate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Caprylyl Glycol • Honey Extract • Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Perillaldehyde • Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract • 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 WaterDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 TriglycerideDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 10.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 HyaluronateDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 40.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 44.
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 EDTADr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 42.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 32.
Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.
Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.
In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.
Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.
Learn more about Polysorbate 60Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 63.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateDr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 67.
Dr. Althea Natural Brightening Velvet Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
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