Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer versus Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream .
Published on July 09, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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
e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream 15 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream 15 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream 15 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butylene Glycol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Diisostearyl Malate • Jojoba Esters • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Ceramide 3 • Ceramide 6 Ii • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Ceramide 1 • Xylitylglucoside • Anhydroxylitol • Phenoxyethanol • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Lecithin • Xylitol • Tromethamine • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Saccharide Isomerate • Sodium Citrate • Citric Acid • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Carbomer • Phytosphingosine • Polysorbate 20 • Cholesterol • Geraniol • Linalool • Parfum
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Watere.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Glycerine.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gume.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 Acide.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 Parfume.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 40.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer 40 ingredients
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream 15 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer 40 ingredients
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Reviews
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e.l.f. cosmetics Holy Hydration! Hydro-gel Moisturizer 40 ingredients
ClaireLundberg
I like but don't love this moisturizer, although I'm on my second bottle. Despite having gel in the name, it's not a gel. It's a light cream...
I like but don't love this moisturizer, although I'm on my second bottle. Despite having gel in the name, it's not a gel. It's a light cream moisturizer that feels nice, has some nice anti-aging ingredients, and does what it says on the can. I wish it wasn't scented. I keep using it because I like the airless pump packaging and it's cheap.
Pacifica Cosmic Shield Hydration Lock Face Cream 15 ingredients
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