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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream versus Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask .

Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on March 30, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E

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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
Overnight Mask American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

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

Overnight Mask

Overnight masks are usually used after the whole nighttime skincare routine (check your product’s instructions). Overnight masks are used to treat a variety of skin concerns and boost moisture in the skin.

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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

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

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Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.

Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 16.

5
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 44.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 24.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 25.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

36% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet
41% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

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Karam MD Illuminate All-In-One Cream 50 ingredients

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Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask 32 ingredients

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glasscasita

6 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Skin saver
This is my go-to for when my skin needs extra loving. It helps with texture and dryness, especially on cold dry days.

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reneelovesherskin

1 year ago · Normal Skin
Review

fantastic mask!
This is a fantastic overnight mask! It is a pretty yellow color that disappears on application. The light scent is pleasant. It's...

fantastic mask!
This is a fantastic overnight mask! It is a pretty yellow color that disappears on application. The light scent is pleasant. It's very hydrating feeling with it on but not too thick. In the morning I think my skin has a subtle glow to it. It's definitely soft and well hydrated.

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