MediCube Super Cica Water-In Cream Versus Cos De BAHA Centella Asiatica Recovery Cream
Updated on October 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
MediCube Super Cica Water-In Cream 46 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Centella Asiatica Recovery Cream 21 ingredients
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MediCube Super Cica Water-In Cream 46 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Centella Asiatica Recovery Cream 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPolyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Dextrin
AbsorbentWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclohexasiloxane, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Ectoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Allantoin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Tocopherol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Synthetic Beeswax, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Dextrin
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Momordica Charantia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSambucus Nigra Flower Extract
RefreshingLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tromethamine 81%
BufferingCentella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Propanediol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Caffeine, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Momordica Charantia Fruit Extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tromethamine 81%
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 ExtractPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinIngredient Ratings
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MediCube Super Cica Water-In Cream 46 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Centella Asiatica Recovery Cream 21 ingredients
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