Dr. Hauschka Melissa Day Cream Versus Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream
Updated on August 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Hauschka Melissa Day Cream 29 ingredients
Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream 39 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Dr. Hauschka Melissa Day Cream 29 ingredients
Trilogy Vitamin C Ceramide Night Cream 39 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Tapioca Starch
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
SoothingArachis Hypogaea Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract
Skin ConditioningBellis Perennis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf Extract
AstringentCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Triticum Vulgare Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hectorite
AbsorbentLysolecithin
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Alcohol, Glycerin, Tapioca Starch, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Arachis Hypogaea Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract, Bellis Perennis Flower Extract, Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triticum Vulgare Bran Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Parfum, Citral, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool, Hectorite, Lysolecithin, Xanthan Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Zinc Oxide
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Moisturising
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Fragaria Vesca Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Farnesol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Coco-Caprylate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Fragaria Vesca Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Ubiquinone, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Glycine Soja Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum, Citronellol, Limonene, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetearyl 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 AlcoholCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumWater. 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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