Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream versus Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer .
Last updated on January 10, 2024. Published on February 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan general moisturizers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, niacinamide and Vitamin E
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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream 26 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream 26 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
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maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream 26 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Solidago Virgaurea Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Panthenol • Allantoin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Stearic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Lactate • Sodium PCA • Glycine • Fructose • Urea • Inositol • Sodium Benzoate • Lactic Acid • Cetyl Stearate • Tridecyl Salicylate • Carbomer • Dimethicone
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Paraffinum Liquidum • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Niacinamide • Ceteareth-12 • Ceteareth-20 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Urea • Panthenol • Buddleja Davidii Leaf Cell Culture Extract • Ceramide NP • Acetyl Hexapeptide-49 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8 • Alaria Esculenta Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Olive Glycerides • Polysorbate 20 • Cetyl Palmitate • Butylene Glycol • Peg-8 • Xanthan Gum • Lactic Acid • Pantolactone • Carbomer • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Phenoxyethanol • Methylparaben • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Propylparaben
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Watermaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about Glycerinmaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Niacinamide 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 Niacinamidemaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Butyrospermum 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 Buttermaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about Panthenolmaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceridemaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetatemaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
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.
maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Urea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.
As a humectant, urea helps draw moisture from the air and from deep within the skin. This helps hydrate your skin. Studies show urea is an effective moisturizer for dry skin conditions. 40% urea is typical in medications for treating eczema and other skin conditions.
Urea has the strongest exfoliation effect in concentrations higher than 10%. It is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein in the top layer of skin. This helps remove dead skin cells and flaking skin.
In medicine, urea has been shown to help increase the potency of other ingredients, such as fungal treatments.
Humans and animals use urea to metabolize nitrogen-containing compounds. Urea is highly soluble in water. Once dissolved, it is neither acidic nor alkaline.
Learn more about Ureamaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic Acidmaru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
maru.derm Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
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