Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer versus Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer .
Last updated on December 18, 2023. Published on January 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer 26 ingredients
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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer 26 ingredients
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer 26 ingredients
Water • Squalane • Glycerin • Ascorbic Acid • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Lactic Acid • Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract • Niacinamide • Centella Asiatica Extract • Ceramide Ng • Superoxide Dismutase • Quercetin • Phospholipids • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan • Inonotus Obliquus Extract • Saccharide Isomerate • Ferulic Acid • Ubiquinone • Soy Isoflavones • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Phytosphingosine • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Propylene Glycol • Sodium PCA • Myristyl Myristate • Butylene Glycol • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate • Pentylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Adenosine • Carbomer • Cetearyl Olivate • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Lauryl Laurate • Sodium Hydroxide • Potassium Hydroxide • Sodium Glycolate • C13-15 Alkane • Sorbitan Olivate • Phytic Acid • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Pentasodium Pentetate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Triethyl Citrate • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower • Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Cananga Odorata Flower Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract • Coffea Arabica Seed Extract • Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract • Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract • Rose Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract • Santalum Album Wood Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Sorbic Acid • Potassium Sorbate
Water • Glycerin • Squalane • Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Bisabolol • Phospholipids • Hansenula/Kloeckera/Lactobacillus/Lactococcus/Leuconostoc/Pediococcus/Saccharomyces/Fig/Lemon Ferment • Sodium Hyaluronate • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Allantoin • Glycine Soja Sterols • Linoleic Acid • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Diheptyl Succinate • Cellulose Gum • Lecithin • Sorbitan Oleate • Isoeicosane • Chitosan • Sodium Phytate • Caprylyl Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Citric 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. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsDr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
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. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
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. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 33.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 45.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 68.
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer 26 ingredients
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
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