Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb Versus BioBalance Super Hydrator Cream
Updated on January 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing 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
Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
BioBalance Super Hydrator Cream 18 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
BioBalance Super Hydrator Cream 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sorbitan Caprylate
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate, Ceramide NP, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sorbitan Caprylate, Propanediol, Benzoic Acid
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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
BioBalance Super Hydrator Cream 18 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients
Broke me out in a rash within 2 days, I think the 10% concentration is way too high for sensitive skin.
Better niacinamide serum than The Ordinary for me.
