Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream Versus Averr Aglow No.4 Decadent Restoring Cream
Updated on March 20, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 16 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 harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream 31 ingredients
Averr Aglow No.4 Decadent Restoring Cream 53 ingredients
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Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream 31 ingredients
Averr Aglow No.4 Decadent Restoring Cream 53 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentPropanediol
SolventSalix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingZinc PCA
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium PCA
HumectantMagnesium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
CleansingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Squalane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Propanediol, Salix Nigra Bark Extract, Zinc PCA, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Cellulose Gum, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether, Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Malus Domestica Fruit Water
EmollientLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningRhodochrosite Extract
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Nonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Masking
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMannose
HumectantPunica Granatum Fruit Juice
MaskingVaccinium Corymbosum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Elaeis Guineensis Butter
EmollientSyzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil
Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract
MaskingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Amino Esters-1
Skin ConditioningSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Mannose Phosphate
HumectantCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOrmenis Multicaulis Oil
Masking
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Phosphate
BufferingMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract
MaskingOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMalus Domestica Fruit Water, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Water, Rhodochrosite Extract, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Brassica Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Nonapeptide-1, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Mannose, Punica Granatum Fruit Juice, Vaccinium Corymbosum Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Butter, Syzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil, Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Squalane, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Amino Esters-1, Sclerotium Gum, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Sodium Mannose Phosphate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Mentha Piperita Oil, Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Phosphate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium Phosphate, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
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 WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerin 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 GlycerinSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneGlyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E.
It also contains sugars in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, choline, many common minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Aloe is known to be anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, healing, and protect against UV rays.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract is also known as Ivy Gourd Fruit Extract. It has skin conditioning properties.
Corallina Officinalis Extract is from the red seaweed, Corallina Officinalis. This seaweed is found all over the world but is most common in the rocky shores of Great Britain and Ireland.
Corallina Officinalis Extract contains antioxidant and emollient properties.
Extracted polysaccharides, galactose and xylose, in red algae showed antioxidant activity. Antioxidants help with anti-aging by neutralizing free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA. Galactose is also a PHA.
Corallina Officinalis is structurally similar to coral due to its high calcium content.
Learn more about Corallina Officinalis ExtractCurcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.
Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.
The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. This property has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
We don't have a description for Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract yet.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.
Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. This gives it skin brightening and soothing properties.
While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.
One thing to note is the presence of tannins; tannins are naturally found in nature. However, this compound may be skin-sensitizing.
Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractWe don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract yet.
Blue tansy is a blue flower native to the Mediterranean. It has antioxidant, skin cooling, and perfuming properties.
This ingredient is currently being studied for its antifungal properties. While it does have antioxidant benefits - it may not be the best for sensitive skin (despite being advertised as so).
The cooling effect from blue tansy comes from its camphor content. Camphor is known to induce irritation in concentrations higher than 11%. It also contains another skin irritant, beta-pinene.
Learn more about Tanacetum Annuum Flower OilCaprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidIngredient Ratings
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