Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream versus Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream .
Last updated on March 08, 2024. Published on July 29, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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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
Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream 26 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream 26 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Alcohol Denat. • Dimethicone • Isononyl Isononanoate • Carbomer • Dimethiconol • Chlorphenesin • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Xanthan Gum • Tetrasodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Menthoxypropanediol • Magnesium Gluconate • Sodium Citrate • Benzyl Salicylate • Linalool • Calcium Gluconate • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • CI 19140 • CI 42090 • Parfum • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Stearic Acid • Niacinamide • Isopropyl Myristate • Paraffinum Liquidum • Glyceryl Stearate • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Triethanolamine • Glycerin • Cetyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Carbomer • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Methylparaben • Glutamic Acid • Sodium PCA • Propylparaben • Hydroxystearic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Allantoin • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Pyridoxine Hcl • CI 77891
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterGarnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting 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 GlycerinGarnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateGarnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 ParfumGarnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream 26 ingredients
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Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream 28 ingredients
Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream 26 ingredients
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