Isomers Skincare Laboratories Ectoin Deep Hydration Cream Versus Biossance Squalane + Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Cream
Updated on December 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Isomers Skincare Laboratories Ectoin Deep Hydration Cream 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Cream 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Isomers Skincare Laboratories Ectoin Deep Hydration Cream 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Cream 19 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Aminobutyric Acid
Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Lysate Filtrate
Skin ProtectingGlycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Ectoin, Glyceryl Glucoside, Urea, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Aminobutyric Acid, Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Filtrate, Glycerin, Panthenol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydroxyacetophenone, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ceteareth-20, Polysorbate 60
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Magnesium Chloride
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Water, Glycerin, Squalane, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C12-16 Alcohols, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Ectoin, Jojoba Esters, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Lecithin, Magnesium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Gluconate, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
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 WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideEctoin is a compound found naturally in some species of bacteria. It can be synthetically created for skincare use.
This ingredient is an osmolyte; Osmolytes help organisms survive osmotic shock (it protects them from extreme conditions). It does this by influencing the properties of biological fluids within cells.
When applied to the skin, ectoin helps bind water molecules to protect our skin. The water forms a sort of armor for the parts of our skin cells, enzymes, proteins, and more.
Besides this, ectoin has many uses in skincare:
A study from 2004 found ectoin to counteract the damage from UV-A exposure at different cell levels. It has also been shown to protect skin against both UV-A, UV-B rays, infrared light, and visible light.
Studies show ectoin to have dual-action pollution protection: first, it protects our skin from further pollution damage. Second, it helps repair damage from pollution.
In fact, ectoin has been shown to help with:
Fun fact: In the EU, ectoin is used in inhalation medication as an anti-pollution ingredient.
Ectoin is a highly stable ingredient. It has a wide pH range of 1-9. Light, oxygen, and temperature do not affect this ingredient.
Learn more about EctoinGlycerin 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 GlycerinIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Isomers Skincare Laboratories Ectoin Deep Hydration Cream 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Cream 19 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Isomers Skincare Laboratories Ectoin Deep Hydration Cream 21 ingredients
This cream is really light and dried out my skin :( I've tried other products with ectoin so I was excited to try this one but it was way too thin and not hydrating enough. I used it in the morning since I thought it would be good during the day but my skin would feel tight and dry an hour after application. I usually needed to put another cream on top which defeats the purpose for me. It might Show more
Biossance Squalane + Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Cream 19 ingredients
This cream is dreamy! It's super comforting for my skin at night, especially when irritated and sensitive. In the morning, my skin feels so good and soft. My biggest complaint is the price tag. I bought it out of curiosity, and it's good, but I doubt I'll repurchase it.
