Dr. Greve Vitamin C Ansiktskrem Versus SLMD Facial Moisturizer
Updated on June 24, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Greve Vitamin C Ansiktskrem 27 ingredients
SLMD Facial Moisturizer 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Dr. Greve Vitamin C Ansiktskrem 27 ingredients
SLMD Facial Moisturizer 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientHydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate
Emulsifying
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Betaine
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Propanediol
Solvent
Lecithin
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Sorbitol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glyceryl Stearate, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate, Stearic Acid, Betaine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Propanediol, Lecithin, Palmitic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Dimethicone, Sorbitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Ethyl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingAscorbyl Linoleate
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus/Saccharomyces/Rice/Sucrose Ferment Filtrate
HumectantLauryl Lactate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Skin Conditioning
Ethyl Olivate
Emollient
Ethyl Formate
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cocoglycerides
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethyl Macadamiate, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Linoleate, Lactobacillus/Saccharomyces/Rice/Sucrose Ferment Filtrate, Lauryl Lactate, Dimethicone, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Ethyl Olivate, Ethyl Formate, Panthenol, Cocoglycerides, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolCetearyl 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 AlcoholDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
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