Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream versus Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream .
Published on June 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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.
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream 35 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 30 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 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Dr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream 35 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 30 ingredients
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Dr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream 35 ingredients
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 30 ingredients
Water • Caprylic Acid • Cetyl Babassuate • Dibutyl Adipate • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glyceryl Stearate • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • BHA • Disodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Alaria Esculenta Extract • Dextran • Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2 • Zinc Ricinoleate • Juniperus Virginiana Oil • Geranium Maculatum Oil • Lavandula Hybrida Oil • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil • Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract • Glucosyl Ceramide • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Phospholipids • Carbomer
Water • Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Behenate • Ceteareth-20 • Isohexadecane • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cellulose • Sodium Polyacrylate • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Crosspolymer • Polyacrylamide • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Chlorphenesin • Polysorbate 20 • Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract • Retinol • BHA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Laureth-7 • Ascorbic Acid
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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. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream 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. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 AlcoholDr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.
In cosmetics, butylated hydroxyanisole is used as a perservative. It also has antioxidant properties. The concentrations usually used in skincare are low and do not penetrate through skin.
However, it is considered a carcinogen when ingested.
Butylated Hydroxyanisole is a synthetic and waxy petrochemical. It is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics.
Learn more about BHADr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
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. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Dr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 GlycolDr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinDr. Brandt Skincare Do Not Age with Dr. Brandt Time Defying Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
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