Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin versus Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer .
Published on May 30, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 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 common allergens, oils, parabens 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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin 23 ingredients
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer 23 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 ๐
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens ๐
Oil Free
This product is free of oils ๐
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients ๐
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs ๐
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens ๐
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan ๐ฅ
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free ๐
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols ๐
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates ๐
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens ๐
Oil Free
This product is free of oils ๐
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs ๐
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens ๐
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan ๐ฅ
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free ๐ฅ
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Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin 23 ingredients
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin 23 ingredients
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer 23 ingredients
Water โข Glycerin โข Alcohol Denat. โข Dimethicone โข Isononyl Isononanoate โข Ascorbyl Glucoside โข Biosaccharide Gum-1 โข Caprylyl Glycol โข Carbomer โข Chlorphenesin โข CI 14700 โข Dimethiconol โข Menthoxypropanediol โข Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract โข Panthenol โข Phenoxyethanol โข Pyrus Malus Flower Water โข Sodium Hydroxide โข Sodium Palmitoyl Proline โข Tetrasodium EDTA โข Tocopheryl Acetate โข Xanthan Gum โข Parfum
Water โข Dimethicone โข Glycerin โข Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer โข Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Juice โข Phenoxyethanol โข Cetearyl Olivate โข Polyacrylamide โข Sorbitan Olivate โข Dimethicone Crosspolymer โข C13-14 Isoparaffin โข Chlorphenesin โข Dimethiconol โข Carbomer โข Sodium Hyaluronate โข Laureth-7 โข Ethylhexylglycerin โข Sodium Hydroxide โข C12-14 Pareth-12 โข Parfum โข Acid Red 33 โข Yellow 11 โข Curry Red
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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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer 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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 2.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 4.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 9.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinGarnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 10.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 12.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 16.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideGarnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 18.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin contains this as ingredient number 23.
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
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Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin 23 ingredients
Clean & Clear Watermelon Gel Moisturizer 23 ingredients
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Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin 23 ingredients
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Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel Cream for Dry Skin 23 ingredients
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Wesley_968
Gave me such a smooth finish after serum/toner, smell can be a little strong and pumps often come broken, but still useable. Feels so nice on my...
Gave me such a smooth finish after serum/toner, smell can be a little strong and pumps often come broken, but still useable. Feels so nice on my skin, would totally recommend to anyone who feels like their skin feels gross after moisturizer
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