Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming versus The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion .
Last updated on April 16, 2024. Published on April 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe emulsions. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming 38 ingredients
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion 36 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 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming 38 ingredients
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming 38 ingredients
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion 36 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Methylpropanediol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Ectoin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Cetearyl Olivate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Sorbitan Olivate • Butylene Glycol • Allantoin • Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Laminaria Japonica Extract • Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Propanediol • Tromethamine • Xylitol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Pentylene Glycol • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Oryza Sativa Bran Oil • Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Oil • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum
Water • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Betaine • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Panthenol • Oryza Sativa Extract • Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • 1,2-Hexanediol • Oryza Sativa Bran Oil • Ceramide NP • Glycosphingolipids • Cyclohexasiloxane • Peg-100 Stearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Caprylic/Capric Glycerides • Dimethicone • Phenoxyethanol • Lecithin • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Hydroxide • Carbomer • Trisodium EDTA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Isoceteth-25 • Isoceteth-10 • Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate • Parfum
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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. 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 WaterHolika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 1.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion 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 GlycerinHolika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 2.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 TriglycerideHolika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 3.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 4.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 5.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 15.
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate is created from the diester of stearic acid and the condensation product of methylglucose and Polyglycerin-3.
As an emulsifier, it is used to bind ingredients together. Many ingredients, such as oils and water, separate naturally. Emulsifiers prevent them from separating to ensure even consistency in texture.
One of the manufacturer for this ingredient states it is vegetable-based. It is also claimed to be stable at both high and low temperatures.
This ingredient may not be safe for fungal acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateHolika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 9.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 7.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 20.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 27.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 22.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 30.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateHolika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 26.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 32.
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil is an emollient. This is due to its components of polysaccharides and omega-3 fatty acids. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 30.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 16.
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.
Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 37.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 28.
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 ParfumHolika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming contains this as ingredient number 38.
The Face Shop Rice & Ceramide Moisture Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 36.
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Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming 38 ingredients
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Holika Holika Aloe Soothing Essence 90% Emulsion Calming 38 ingredients
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KyleighWallace_646
Not great, didn’t break me out bad or anything but doesn’t absorb well and leaves sticky film and for all that it’s not that hydrating
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