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Published on June 06, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, niacinamide and Vitamin E
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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream 63 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream 62 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream 63 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream 62 ingredients
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream 63 ingredients
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream 62 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Oryza Sativa Bran Oil • Dimethicone • Sucrose • Pentylene Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Collagen Amino Acids • Niacinamide • Carnitine Hcl • Hydroxyproline • Glycine • Carnitine • Squalane • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Tocopherol • Saccharide Isomerate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Superoxide Dismutase • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Ubiquinone • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Lactobacillus Ferment • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract • Glycolic Acid • Lecithin • Biotin • Maltodextrin • Caprylyl Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Carbomer • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Ammonium Hydroxide • Polysorbate 60 • Potassium Hydroxide • Sodium Phytate • Sodium Citrate • Citric Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract • Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract • Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Rubus Occidentalis Fruit Extract • Cananga Odorata Flower Extract • Coffea Arabica Seed Extract • Rose Extract • Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract • Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract • Salvia Officinalis Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Santalum Album Wood Extract • Triethyl Citrate • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate
Water • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Propanediol • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Squalane • Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract • Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract • Cordyceps Sinensis Extract • Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract • Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract • Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract • Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract • Euterpe Oleracea Sterols • Curcuma Longa Root Oil • Pleiogynium Timoriense Fruit Extract • Grifola Frondosa Extract • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Podocarpus Elatus Fruit Extract • Inonotus Obliquus Extract • Perilla Frutescens Extract • Withania Somnifera Root Extract • Asparagus Racemosus Root Extract • Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Zingiber Officinale Root Oil • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Linoleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Oleic Acid • Lecithin • Lysolecithin • Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine • Beta-Sitosterol • Phospholipids • Sphingolipids • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Ceramide Ng • Adenosine • Sodium PCA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Panthenol • Allantoin • Tocopherol • Lactic Acid • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Phytic Acid • Cyclodextrin • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Polyacrylate-13 • Polyisobutene • Polysorbate 20 • Maltodextrin • Sorbitan Isostearate • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate
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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. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face 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. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Niacinamide 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 NiacinamideDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
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. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate is a natural preservative. It comes from fermenting radish roots with a bacteria called leuconostoc. Leuconostoc comes from lactic acid. This bacteria is used to make the traditional Korean side-dish, kimchi. It is also used to make sourdough bread (both incredibly yummy foods).
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate has antimicrobial properties and helps prevent the growth of bacteria in a product.
It is believed the preservation property comes from salicylic acid and ammonium salt, neither of which are involved in the fermentation process.
Learn more about Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 58.
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 AcidDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 42.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 52.
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. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 62.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 60.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateDr. Dennis Gross Skincare C+ Collagen Deep Cream contains this as ingredient number 63.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare B³Adaptive SuperFoods™ Stress Repair Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 62.
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