ma:nyo Galactomy Moisture Lotion Versus ma:nyo Galactomy Essence Cream
Updated on June 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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ma:nyo Galactomy Moisture Lotion 44 ingredients
ma:nyo Galactomy Essence Cream 59 ingredients
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ma:nyo Galactomy Moisture Lotion 44 ingredients
ma:nyo Galactomy Essence Cream 59 ingredients
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Centella Asiatica Extract 50%
Cleansing
Water
Skin ConditioningGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate 5%
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningXylitol
HumectantPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningXylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantGlucose
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Melilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentChaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Pyrus Communis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPiper Methysticum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRaspberry Ketone
Masking
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Tromethamine
BufferingBenzyl Glycol
SolventCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCentella Asiatica Extract 50%, Water, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 5%, Propanediol, Glycerin, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xylitol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Glucose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Pyrus Communis Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Piper Methysticum Root Extract, Raspberry Ketone, Sorbitan Isostearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Tromethamine, Benzyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 24.8%
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract
Skin Protecting
Squalane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Water
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Rosa Centifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingCassia Italica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol Dicaprylate
EmollientBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningOleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlutathione
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentHydrolyzed Avocado Protein
Skin ConditioningTrehalose
HumectantGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Carnosine
Skin ConditioningViscum Album Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Rose Flower Oil
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 24.8%, Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Water, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Betaine, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Cassia Italica Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-2, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Propanediol Dicaprylate, Beta-Glucan, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Oleanolic Acid, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, Glutathione, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Avocado Protein, Trehalose, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ceramide NP, Carnosine, Viscum Album Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Rose Flower Oil, Adenosine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate (GFF) is a yeast traditionally used to make the Japanese alcoholic beverage, sake.
GFF has moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
Studies show GFF improves our skin's natural moisturizing factors (NMF). Our NMF consists of many components that naturally moisturize our skin. Having healthy NMF keeps our skin plump, protected, and hydrated.
This ingredient tells our skin to create more filaggrin, an important component for NMF.
Filaggrin gathers all the structural proteins in our outer layer of skin and creates a tight barrier, helping to protect our skin against allergens and bacteria. This also helps prevent moisture loss.
Thanks to its antioxidant properties, GFF also protects our skin against oxidative stress and UV induced inflammation.
One study found GFF helped regulate sebum (oil) production and keratin in participants.
GFF may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Many components of sake, such as GFF, are studied for their anti-aging benefits today. This is because sake brewers are known to have youthful hands.
Learn more about Galactomyces Ferment FiltratePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about Niacinamide1,2-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
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 HyaluronateCeramide 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 NPEthylhexylglycerin (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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