Earth Rhythm Phyto Ceramide Deep Moisturiser Versus hyphen Ceramide Rich Pillow Cream
Updated on January 09, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Earth Rhythm Phyto Ceramide Deep Moisturiser 25 ingredients
hyphen Ceramide Rich Pillow Cream 37 ingredients
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Earth Rhythm Phyto Ceramide Deep Moisturiser 25 ingredients
hyphen Ceramide Rich Pillow Cream 37 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Xylitol
HumectantGlucose
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantCynodon Dactylon Extract
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingCetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningCeramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 2
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 4
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Garcinia Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethylene Glycol
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Xylitol, Glucose, Anhydroxylitol, Cynodon Dactylon Extract, Betaine, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 4, Ceramide 6 Ii, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Garcinia Indica Seed Butter, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Triethylene Glycol
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientSteareth-21
CleansingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Urea
Buffering
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningFructose
HumectantMaltose
MaskingSodium PCA
HumectantSodium Lactate
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glucose
HumectantCeramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 2
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 4
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingHippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylates Copolymer
C12-18 Alkanoyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Trehalose, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Steareth-21, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Allantoin, Panthenol, Urea, Pentylene Glycol, Fructose, Maltose, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucose, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 4, Ceramide 6 Ii, Beta-Glucan, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, C12-18 Alkanoyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Gluconate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms.
In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.
Glucose is hydrating due to its humectant property. As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin.
Our skin contains many sugars that act as prebiotics and help strengthen our natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.
Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.
Learn more about GlucoseLaminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.
Many studies show the antioxidant components of Laminaria Digitata to help with anti-inflammation.
This ingredient is rich in amino acids, proteins, sugars, and vitamins. Small amounts of minerals such as phosphorous, iron, potassium, and copper are also found the seaweed.
These components help hydrate and nourish your skin's natural barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more youthful looking skin and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Laminaria Digitata is found in the northern Atlantic Ocean.
What's the difference between algae and seaweed? Algae is a broad term that includes seaweed. Not all algae is seaweed.
Learn more about Laminaria Digitata ExtractWe don't have a description for Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide yet.
Ceramide 1 is a type of Ceramide.
Our skin is made up of ceramides. Ceramides have several roles, including:
This ceramide has since been retired and replaced with Ceramide EOP.
Learn more about Ceramide 1Ceramide 2 is a type of Ceramide. This ingredient was retired in 2014, please see Ceramide NG instead.
Ceramides are naturally found in our skin and have the ability to hold water.
Ceramide 3 is a form of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP Ceramide NP
Learn more about Ceramide 3Ceramide 4 is a type of Ceramide. It has been formally retired and replaced with Ceramide AS.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramide 6 II is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterSodium Polyacrylate is the sodium salt of polyacrylic acid. It is used as an absorber, emollient, and stabilizer.
This ingredient is a super-absorbent polymer - meaning it can absorb 100 to 1000 times its mass in water. As an emollient, Sodium Polyacrylate helps soften and soothe skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Phenoxyethanol 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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