Earth Harbor Mermaid Milk Nutrient Glow Moisturizer Versus Earth Harbor Nymph Nectar Superfruit Radiance Balm
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What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
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They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Earth Harbor Mermaid Milk Nutrient Glow Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Earth Harbor Nymph Nectar Superfruit Radiance Balm 19 ingredients
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Earth Harbor Mermaid Milk Nutrient Glow Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Earth Harbor Nymph Nectar Superfruit Radiance Balm 19 ingredients
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Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilWe don't have a description for Melia Azadirachta Extract yet.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.
Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. This gives it skin brightening and soothing properties.
While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.
One thing to note is the presence of tannins; tannins are naturally found in nature. However, this compound may be skin-sensitizing.
Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractOcimum Basilicum Extract is an antioxidant.
Curcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.
Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.
The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. This property has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractCarica Papaya Fruit Extract comes from the papaya fruit. Papayas were first domesticated in Mexico and Central America.
This fruit extract contains papain and chymopapain, two enzymes with exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties. One study shows papain may help in scar healing. Papaya is also a rich source of antioxidants and Vitamin A.
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Earth Harbor Mermaid Milk Nutrient Glow Moisturizer 22 ingredients
Earth Harbor Nymph Nectar Superfruit Radiance Balm 19 ingredients
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Earth Harbor Mermaid Milk Nutrient Glow Moisturizer 22 ingredients
I’ll come back with an actual review of how the product works, but for now the smell is killing me. It does dissipate once rubbed in but it’s still awful.
Update: still stinks and I’m pretty sure it made me break out. I try to avoid coconut oil on my face as it clogs my pore but I’m on a mission to use all of my little sample. Though in retrospect I should have just given this away because I Show more