Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream versus OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream .
Published on August 05, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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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
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream 31 ingredients
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream 45 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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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Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream 31 ingredients
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream 45 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream 31 ingredients
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream 45 ingredients
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
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Squalane • Isoamyl Laurate • Undecane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Hectorite • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract • Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide • Hyaluronic Acid • Betulin • Tocopherol • Pavlova Lutheri Extract • Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Bisabolol • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract • Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract • Maltodextrin • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Lactobacillus Ferment • Tridecane • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients Explained
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 AlcoholHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 GlycerinHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Squalane 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 SqualaneHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.
Glyceryl Caprylate is used for its 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.
Glyceryl Caprylate helps keep the ingredients such as oil and water together as an emulsifier.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins neutralize free radicals. 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.
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
We don't have a description for Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract.
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 ExtractHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Curcuma 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. It 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. It has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Melia 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 ExtractHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
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.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract.
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
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. The ferulic acid may help with skin brightening and help soothe the skin.
Antioxidants may help with anti-aging due to its ability to neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA.
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. This compound may be skin-sensitizing.
Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
We don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract.
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.
Studies show lactobacillus ferment to be effective at repairing the skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. It also protects against bad bacteria.
As a probiotic/prebiotic/postbiotic, Lactobacillus ferment can help regular our natural biome. In fact, one study found a lack of diversity in our natural skin biome can trigger acne.
Learn more about Lactobacillus FermentHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.
In higher amounts, it may act as a cleansing agent.
Herbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Caprylhydroxamic 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 AcidHerbivore Aquarius Pore Purifying Clarity Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
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OSEA Seabiotic Water Cream 45 ingredients
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