Lumene Ajaton Nordic Ageless Night Cream Versus Aveeno Face Calm and Restore Re-Hydrating Night Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe night moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Lumene Ajaton Nordic Ageless Night Cream 56 ingredients
Aveeno Face Calm and Restore Re-Hydrating Night Cream 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Lumene Ajaton Nordic Ageless Night Cream 56 ingredients
Aveeno Face Calm and Restore Re-Hydrating Night Cream 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Canola Oil
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientBetaine
Humectant
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Squalane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Calluna Vulgaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCopper Heptapeptide-14 Pantothenate
Skin Conditioning
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Glyceryl Rosinate
Perfuming
Lecithin
Emollient
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientLactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPolyvinyl Alcohol
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Iron Oxides
Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin, Propanediol, Canola Oil, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Betaine, C12-16 Alcohols, Niacinamide, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil, Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract, Calluna Vulgaris Flower Extract, Copper Heptapeptide-14 Pantothenate, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Cera Microcristallina, Glyceryl Rosinate, Lecithin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Ceramide NP, Gluconolactone, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Phenylpropanol, Calcium Gluconate, Ceramide EOP, Parfum, Iron Oxides
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCopper Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Tropolone
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Aspartate
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Palm Glycerides
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice, Caprylyl Glycol, Copper Gluconate, Tropolone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Sodium Polyacrylate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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 WaterButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateIngredient Ratings
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