Dr. Emi Arpa Barrier Boost Versus Beyer & Söhne Hautgel+ Anti-Aging Serum
Updated on October 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Emi Arpa Barrier Boost 48 ingredients
Beyer & Söhne Hautgel+ Anti-Aging Serum 32 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Dr. Emi Arpa Barrier Boost 48 ingredients
Beyer & Söhne Hautgel+ Anti-Aging Serum 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAzelaic Acid
Buffering
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
C15-19 Alkane
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Inulin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingCarnosine
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Skin Conditioning
Baicalin
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lecithin
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Acetic Acid
BufferingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Levulinic Acid
Perfuming
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Azelaic Acid, Bifida Ferment Lysate, C15-19 Alkane, Glycerin, Squalane, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Inulin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Myristyl Myristate, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide EOP, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Carnosine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Baicalin, Ectoin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Arginine, Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Carbomer, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Laurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Phenylpropanol, Levulinic Acid, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tetraacetylphytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Folic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyectoin
BufferingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Sodium Phytate
Cholesterol
Emollient
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sucrose Distearate
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate
Emulsifying
Ethyl Oleate
Emollient
Water, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ectoin, Sodium Lactate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Resveratrol, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Tetraacetylphytosphingosine, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Folic Acid, Hydroxyectoin, Maltodextrin, Sodium Phytate, Cholesterol, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, Sucrose Distearate, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Ethyl Oleate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolCeramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPCeramide EOP is a type of Ceramide.
EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin. They bind dead skin cells together to create a barrier. The ceramides in our skin have the ability to hold water to keep our skin hydrated.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A strong skin barrier helps with:
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Learn more about Ceramide EOPEctoin is a compound found naturally in some species of bacteria. It can be synthetically created for skincare use.
This ingredient is an osmolyte; Osmolytes help organisms survive osmotic shock (it protects them from extreme conditions). It does this by influencing the properties of biological fluids within cells.
When applied to the skin, ectoin helps bind water molecules to protect our skin. The water forms a sort of armor for the parts of our skin cells, enzymes, proteins, and more.
Besides this, ectoin has many uses in skincare:
A study from 2004 found ectoin to counteract the damage from UV-A exposure at different cell levels. It has also been shown to protect skin against both UV-A, UV-B rays, infrared light, and visible light.
Studies show ectoin to have dual-action pollution protection: first, it protects our skin from further pollution damage. Second, it helps repair damage from pollution.
In fact, ectoin has been shown to help with:
Fun fact: In the EU, ectoin is used in inhalation medication as an anti-pollution ingredient.
Ectoin is a highly stable ingredient. It has a wide pH range of 1-9. Light, oxygen, and temperature do not affect this ingredient.
Learn more about EctoinLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidSodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
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