Isntree Chestnut PHA 5% Clear Cream Versus Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Nourishing Cream
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What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Isntree Chestnut PHA 5% Clear Cream 38 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Nourishing Cream 39 ingredients
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Isntree Chestnut PHA 5% Clear Cream 38 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Nourishing Cream 39 ingredients
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Water
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Betaine
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium PCA
HumectantMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Propanediol
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCastanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Gluconolactone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Betaine, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Centella Asiatica Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sorbitan Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Palmitic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium PCA, Myristic Acid, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Madecassoside, Glycerin, Tromethamine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, T-Butyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
HumectantFructose
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
PCA
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningMaltose
MaskingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Serine
MaskingAlanine
MaskingSodium Chloride
Masking
Trehalose
HumectantGlycine
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glutamic Acid
HumectantLysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Threonine
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningGlucose
HumectantProline
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Betaine, Dimethicone, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Fructose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate, Urea, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, PCA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Maltose, Ceramide NP, Serine, Alanine, Sodium Chloride, Trehalose, Glycine, Allantoin, Glutamic Acid, Lysine Hcl, Arginine, Threonine, Tropolone, Glucose, Proline
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 Water1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetainePolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.
It is be used to thicken water-based products and create a gel-texture with a velvet feel.
One manufacturer claims this ingredient to have a pH range of 2-8 and to be biodegradable.
Learn more about Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidCetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCACeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPGlycerin 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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Isntree Chestnut PHA 5% Clear Cream 38 ingredients
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