Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion versus Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream .
Published on May 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free body lotions. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, peptides, retinoid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Body Lotion
Body lotions, creams, and butters help moisturize your body.
Body Lotion
Body lotions, creams, and butters help moisturize your body.
Ingredient Info
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion 45 ingredients
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream 54 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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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 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion 45 ingredients
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream 54 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion 45 ingredients
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream 54 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Dimethicone • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Jojoba Esters • Petrolatum • Steareth-21 • Cetyl Alcohol • Distearyldimonium Chloride • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Stearyl Alcohol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract • Glyceryl Stearate • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter • Hydrolyzed Silk • Panthenol • Ceramide Ng • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Retinyl Palmitate • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 • Lavandula Angustifolia Extract • Acacia Farnesiana Flower Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Peg-10 Phytosterol • Butylene Glycol • Dimethiconol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Propylene Glycol • Stearamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate • Polysorbate 60 • EDTA • Methylparaben • Parfum • Potassium Hydroxide • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Isopropyl Myristate • Tribehenin
Water • Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dodecane • Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Dimethicone • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 • Cetyl Alcohol • Squalane • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Ceramide Ng • Peg-10 Phytosterol • Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 • Phospholipids • Retinyl Palmitate • Calcium Pantothenate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Bisabolol • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract • Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract • Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract • Garcinia Mangostana Bark Extract • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Litchi Chinensis Fruit Extract • Ziziphus Jujuba Seed Extract • Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Tribehenin • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Arginine • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Polysorbate 60 • Dimethiconol • Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening 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 GlycerinGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Ceramide NG is a type of Ceramide. The NG stands for a sphinganine base.
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 NgGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 AcetateGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 25.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Retinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. It is created from palmitic acid and retinol.
This ingredient has antioxidant and exfoliating properties. Like other types of retinols, retinyl palmitate increases cell turnover. Removing dead skin cells and encouraging the growth of new ones improves skin tone and unclogs pores. This in turn promotes brighter looking skin and even skin texture.
As an antioxidant, retinyl palmitate helps neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules have the potential to damage skin cells. Thus, antioxidants may help with anti-aging.
Retinyl palmitate can be good for be good for oily skin by helping to unclog pores. However, it may not be good for dry skin and fungal acne.
After using this product, you should follow up with sunscreen.
This ingredient is often added to low-fat milk to increase the levels of Vitamin A.
Learn more about Retinyl PalmitateGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 31.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 53.
We don't have a description for Peg-10 Phytosterol.
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 32.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 34.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 35.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.
Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.
In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.
Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.
Learn more about Polysorbate 60Gold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 38.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
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 ParfumGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 41.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 54.
Tribehenin comes from glycerin and behenic acid.
It is used as an emollient, or moisturizer. Emollients form a thin barrier on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about TribeheninGold Bond Softening Skin Therapy Lotion contains this as ingredient number 45.
Dr. Denese SkinScience Body RX Tightening Cream contains this as ingredient number 42.
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