Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer versus Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream .
Last updated on December 18, 2023. Published on January 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin C
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, 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
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
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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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream 32 ingredients
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer 69 ingredients
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream 32 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 • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Squalane • Propanediol • Pentylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glyceryl Glucoside • Niacinamide • Mannitol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Carbomer • Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil • Rosa Canina Fruit Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Sodium Gluconate • Sodium Hydroxide • Tocopherol • Beta-Glucan • Sodium Hyaluronate • Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract • Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 • Citric Acid • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
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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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream 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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceDr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolDr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideDr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 39.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 Vitamin C Lactic Oil-Free Radiant Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 70.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
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