Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream Versus Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream versus Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ .

Last updated on November 18, 2023. Published on December 14, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, silicones or sulfates

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+

General Moisturizer Australian Brand

General Moisturizer American Brand United States

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

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream 15 ingredients

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ 22 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream 15 ingredients

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ 22 ingredients

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Skin Texture

Brightening

Concerns

Drying

May Worsen Oily Skin (4)

Acne Trigger

Rosacea

Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Skin Texture

Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)

Rosacea

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream 15 ingredients

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ 22 ingredients

Water • Paraffinum Liquidum • Glycerin • Urea • Petrolatum • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Triethanolamine • Carbomer • Ceteareth-20 • Methylparaben • Ethylparaben • Butylparaben • Propylparaben • Isobutylparaben

Water • Paraffinum Liquidum • Glycerin • Petrolatum • Stearic Acid • Glyceryl Stearate • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Urea • Lanolin Alcohol • Triethanolamine • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seedcake • Propylene Glycol Dicaprate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Trisodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • CI 15985 • CI 19140 • CI 17200

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ contains this as ingredient number 1.

Paraffinum Liquidum

What it does: Emollient, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.

Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.

Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic. However, this ingredient may not work well for those with oily skin or fungal acne.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient in your routine, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ contains this as ingredient number 2.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ contains this as ingredient number 3.

Urea

What it does: Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

Urea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.

As a humectant, urea helps draw moisture from the air and from deep within the skin. This helps hydrate your skin. Studies show urea is an effective moisturizer for dry skin conditions. 40% urea is typical in medications for treating eczema and other skin conditions.

Urea has the strongest exfoliation effect in concentrations higher than 10%. It is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein in the top layer of skin. This helps remove dead skin cells and flaking skin.

In medicine, urea has been shown to help increase the potency of other ingredients, such as fungal treatments.

Humans and animals use urea to metabolize nitrogen-containing compounds. Urea is highly soluble in water. Once dissolved, it is neither acidic nor alkaline.

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ contains this as ingredient number 8.

Petrolatum

What it does: Emollient

Community Rating: Disliked

Petrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.

This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.

Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.

The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.

Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.

Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ contains this as ingredient number 4.

Triethanolamine

What it does: Buffering, Emulsifying, Masking

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Triethanolamine is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.

As an emulsifier, it prevents ingredients from separating and enhances texture by adding volume to a product.

PH adjusters are common in cosmetic products. The pH of a product can affect the effectiveness of other ingredients. A product with a high pH may also irritate the skin.

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Hamilton Skin Therapy Nourishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ contains this as ingredient number 10.

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