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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream versus Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) .

Published on December 31, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, exfoliants and hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, 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 oils and silicones

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General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)
Ceramides (4)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (8)
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (5)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid (5)
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterGlycerinHydrogenated PolydeceneCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideDipropylene GlycolCyclohexasiloxaneButyrospermum Parkii ButterPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateCetyl AlcoholGlyceryl StearateBetaineBehenyl AlcoholPentylene GlycolLaminaria Japonica ExtractEclipta Prostrata Leaf ExtractAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractCynara Scolymus Leaf ExtractPrunus Armeniaca Kernel OilArgania Spinosa Kernel OilCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil Sodium HyaluronateHydrogenated LecithinCamellia Sinensis Leaf WaterPolyglyceryl-10 LauratePentaerythrityl DistearateAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp CopolymerGlyceryl CaprylateSodium Stearoyl GlutamateMethylpropanediolFructooligosaccharidesDisodium EDTABeta-GlucanHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPolyquaternium-51Butylene GlycolHydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronateSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate1,2-HexanediolHydroxyacetophenoneEthylhexylglycerinGlycereth-26Potassium HyaluronatePanthenolFolic AcidPalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Sodium Hyaluronate DimethylsilanolVinyl DimethiconeHyaluronic AcidDimethylsilanol HyaluronateRaffinoseHydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronatePteris Multifida ExtractAscorbyl Propyl HyaluronateCholesterolCeramide NPTocopherolSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerTromethamine

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant.

As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster.

Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid.

Learn more about Methylpropanediol

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 29.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 38.

5
What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Mixed

Glycereth-26 is a synthetic ingredient and polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin. Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin and helps keep your skin moisturized.

It is a humectant and helps add texture to products. It can make your product thicker.

As a humectant, it helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps your skin stay hydrated.

Learn more about Glycereth-26

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 41.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 1.

7
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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 Hyaluronate

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 21.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 43.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide 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 NP

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 55.

10
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Stabilising
Community Rating: Liked

Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.

Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.

Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.

Learn more about Cholesterol

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 54.

11
What it does: Abrasive, Antioxidant, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is is derived from colloidal oatmeal. It is formed from grounded oatmeal and a liquid base.

Besides being a healthy breakfast, oats have many benefits in skincare too.

This ingredient helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin. The starches in colloidal oatmeal are able to bind water, keeping the skin hydrated.

The cellulose and fiber in colloidal oatmeal help reduce inflammation. This can also help the skin feel softer.

Colloidal Oatmeal is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells.

Avenacins found in colloidal oatmeal have anti-fungal properties. The saponins have a cleaning affect.

Overall, colloidal oatmeal is great at providing the skin with moisture and help sooth irritation. It also protects the skin in various ways.

Learn more about Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 16.

12
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 35.

13
What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.

The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.

As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

Learn more about Hydrogenated Lecithin

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream (New Version 2022) contains this as ingredient number 31.

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21% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
45% are loved or liked
29% have mixed ratings
19% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cream 39 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Hydrating (1) Works Well (1)
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SkylerMikalson

4 months ago · Sensitive Skin
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No other moisturizer has made my dry acne prone skin so happy. Holy grail status for sure.

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