Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Intelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion versus Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream .
Published on July 03, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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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
Intelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion 42 ingredients
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream 31 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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Butyrospermum Parkii Oil
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Citrus Limon Peel Oil
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
- Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil
- Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
- Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
- Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
- Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
- Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Oil
- Origanum Vulgare Leaf Oil
- Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
- Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Intelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion 42 ingredients
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream 31 ingredients
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Intelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion 42 ingredients
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream 31 ingredients
Water • Butyrospermum Parkii Oil • Glycerin • Pyrus Malus Juice • Lecithin • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Nigella Sativa Seed Oil • Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil • Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil • Xanthan Gum • Sucrose • Glucose • Maltodextrin • Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark • Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Oil • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Oil • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil • Limonene • Linalool • Geraniol • Citronellol • Farnesol • Benzyl Benzoate • Benzyl Salicylate • Eugenol • Isoeugenol • Citral • Methylcinnamic Aldehyde • Tocopherol
Water • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Propanediol • Panthenol • Bisabolol • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Chlorphenesin • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Sodium Citrate • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Limonene • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Calendula Officinalis Flower • Citric Acid • Dipropylene Glycol • Geranium Maculatum Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil • Citral • Citronellol • Geraniol • Farnesol • Linalool • Tocopherol • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil • Artemisia Absinthium Extract
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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 WaterIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream 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 GlycerinIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 3.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Citrus Limon Peel Oil is created from the peels of the lemon. It is used to add a lemon-scent to products. Lemon peel oil also has antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. However, it may also cause phototoxicity and sensitize skin.
Lemon peel oil contains limonene, a skin sensitizing ingredient. Another component is furanocoumarin, which induces phototoxicity in skin.
Furanocoumarins bind and destabilize your DNA to increase the rate of sunburn.
Most reputable companies will remove furanocoumarins from their formulations.
Learn more about Citrus Limon Peel OilIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil comes from the chamomile flower (like the tea you drink).
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Chamomile oil can help soothe and hydrate your skin.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower OilIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 23.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil is also known as lemongrass oil. It is used as a fragrance in cosmetics.
Major components of Lemongrass include limonene and citral. These are known EU allergens and may cause an allergic reaction and skin sensitivity.
Lemongrass oil is being researched for its antibacterial properties.
This is the volatile oil created from the steam distillation of fresh Lemon Grass, Cymbopogon schoenanthus (L.), Poaceae. Lemongrass is native to South Asia and Northern Africa. It is commonly used to make tea.
Learn more about Cymbopogon Schoenanthus OilIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 30.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 31.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 32.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 33.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 34.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Farnesol is a compound extracted from essential oils such as lemongrass, rose, and more. It is used as a fragrance in products to help boost floral scents.
Farnesol is a known EU allergen and causes contact dermatitis.
This ingredient is hydrophobic, meaning it is not soluble in water.
Learn more about FarnesolIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 35.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Citral is a fragrance and used to add a lemon-like scent to products. It is both naturally found in plants and created synthetically. In plants, it is commonly occurring in lemon myrtle, lemongrass, lemon tea-tree, lemon verbena, and other citruses.
The EU mandates Citral be listed separately as a fragrance. It is a known allergen and may cause contact dermatitis. Citral can also used as a masking ingredient.
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.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
Learn more about CitralIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 40.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIntelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 42.
Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
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Intelligent Nutrients Restorative Moisturizing Emulsion 42 ingredients
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