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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Maelove Peptide Squad versus Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer .

Last updated on November 27, 2023. Published on December 12, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Serum American Brand United States
General Moisturizer Spanish Brand Spain

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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

Niacinamide
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (4)

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (8)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Ceramides (6)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (11)
Redness Reducing (7)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (8)
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

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

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

Water • Glycerin • Propanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Polysorbate 80 • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Ceramide NP • Ceramide Ng • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide As • Ceramide AP • Hyaluronic Acid • Madecassoside • Ethylhexylglycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Squalane • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine • Phosphatidylcholine • Mannitol • Sucrose Distearate • Cholesterol • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Cetearyl Alcohol • Tocopherol • Glyceryl Stearate • Decyl Glucoside • Pentylene Glycol • Propylene Glycol • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitan Oleate • Sodium Chloride • Triethanolamine • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Phenoxyethanol

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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: 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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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 1.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

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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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 2.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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.

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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 3.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.

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 NP

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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 9.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.

5
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

Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 10.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.

They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. 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 NP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide AP

Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 12.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.

7
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.

Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.

The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.

Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.

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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 31.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.

8
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 33.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.

9
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.

Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 41.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.

10
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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Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 43.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.

11
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.

Maelove Peptide Squad contains this as ingredient number 47.

Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.

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

65% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
20% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet
42% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
39% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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Maelove Peptide Squad 49 ingredients

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Transparent Lab Ceramide Repair Moisturizer 38 ingredients

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