Dr. Sheth's Vitamin E & Ginseng Moisturizing Cream Versus Dr. Sheth's Centella & Niacinamide Moisturizing Cream
Updated on April 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Sheth's Vitamin E & Ginseng Moisturizing Cream 23 ingredients
Dr. Sheth's Centella & Niacinamide Moisturizing Cream 41 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Dr. Sheth's Vitamin E & Ginseng Moisturizing Cream 23 ingredients
Dr. Sheth's Centella & Niacinamide Moisturizing Cream 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Steareth-21
CleansingPEG-20
HumectantDimethicone
Emollient
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Lecithin
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethanolamine
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Water, Paraffinum Liquidum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Steareth-2, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Steareth-21, PEG-20, Dimethicone, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Stearyl Alcohol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Lecithin, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, BHT, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
Solvent
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Phoenix Dactylifera Seed Extract
MoisturisingAdenosine Phosphate
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCoco-Glucoside
CleansingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningFructose
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Maltose
MaskingSodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingTrehalose
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingSarcosine
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningWater, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Xylitol, Glucose, Anhydroxylitol, Phoenix Dactylifera Seed Extract, Adenosine Phosphate, C13-15 Alkane, Coco-Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Stearic Acid, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Hyaluronic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Fructose, Urea, Citric Acid, Maltose, Sodium PCA, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Trehalose, Allantoin, Cetyl Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Ethoxydiglycol, Tocopherol, Zinc PCA, Capryloyl Glycine, Sarcosine, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Gluconate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is created from dehydrating xylitol in acidic conditions. Xylitol is a famous sugar and humectant.
Much like its predecessor, anhydroxylitol is a humectant. Humectants attract and hold water to moisturize the skin.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol (24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
This ingredient is often derived from plants such as wood and sugarcane.
Learn more about AnhydroxylitolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPhenoxyethanol 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.
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 WaterXylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about XylitolIngredient Ratings
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