Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm Versus Vanicream Moisturizing Ointment
Updated on August 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm 37 ingredients
Vanicream Moisturizing Ointment 7 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm 37 ingredients
Vanicream Moisturizing Ointment 7 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-32
Antiseborrhoeic
Oligopeptide-29
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Pantolactone
HumectantAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTetrasodium Iminodisuccinate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Panthenol, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Beta-Glucan, Oligopeptide-32, Oligopeptide-29, Allantoin, Copper Tripeptide-1, Tocopherol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Pantolactone, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Trihydroxystearin, Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Aluminum Hydroxide, Zinc Oxide, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Propylene Carbonate, Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Titanium Dioxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeThis silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl SilylateIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm 37 ingredients
Vanicream Moisturizing Ointment 7 ingredients
