Earth Rhythm Cica Gel Versus mCaffeine 10% Niacinamide, 5% Panthenol & Matcha Tea Oil-Free Moisturizer
Updated on November 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Earth Rhythm Cica Gel 11 ingredients
mCaffeine 10% Niacinamide, 5% Panthenol & Matcha Tea Oil-Free Moisturizer 14 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Earth Rhythm Cica Gel 11 ingredients
mCaffeine 10% Niacinamide, 5% Panthenol & Matcha Tea Oil-Free Moisturizer 14 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientTrideceth-10
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Diheptyl Succinate
EmollientCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
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Earth Rhythm Cica Gel 11 ingredients
mCaffeine 10% Niacinamide, 5% Panthenol & Matcha Tea Oil-Free Moisturizer 14 ingredients
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Earth Rhythm Cica Gel 11 ingredients
Good for sensitive skin, cooling
