Mario Badescu Kera Moisturizer Versus Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and parabens
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Ingredient Info
Mario Badescu Kera Moisturizer 27 ingredients
Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis Cream 27 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Mario Badescu Kera Moisturizer 27 ingredients
Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis Cream 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Isodecyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningPEG-75
HumectantStearic Acid
Cleansing
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientChitosan Succinamide
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantTriethanolamine
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Diazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingWater, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Isodecyl Salicylate, PEG-75, Stearic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Chitosan Succinamide, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf Extract, Isopropyl Myristate, Tocopherol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Sodium Benzoate, Diazolidinyl Urea, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate
Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
PEG-75 Stearate
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Ceteth-20
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Steareth-20
CleansingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aminoethanesulfinic Acid
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Methylparaben
Preservative
Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
Preservative
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Octyldodecanol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-75 Stearate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Ceteth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Steareth-20, Cyclopentasiloxane, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Propolis Extract, Aminoethanesulfinic Acid, Silica, Carnosine, Methylparaben, Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate, Propylparaben, Laminaria Digitata Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It 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.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenParaffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic.
Learn more about Paraffinum LiquidumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolPropylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).
You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.
Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
Learn more about PropylparabenWater. 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!
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