Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream versus Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer .
Published on November 13, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, niacinamide, peptides 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 and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens 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.
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Ingredient Info
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream 48 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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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not 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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MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream 48 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream 48 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Paraffinum Liquidum • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Niacinamide • Dipropylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Betaine • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil • Sorbitan Stearate • Polysorbate 60 • Beeswax • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Phenoxyethanol • Dimethicone • Parfum • Chlorphenesin • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Carbomer • Triethanolamine • Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Allantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Adenosine • Disodium EDTA • Xanthan Gum • Lavandula Angustifolia Water • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract • Borago Officinalis Extract • Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Hamamelis Virginiana Extract • Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ceramide NP
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 WaterMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture 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 GlycerinMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Paraffinum 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. However, this ingredient may not work well for those with oily skin or fungal acne.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient in your routine, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Paraffinum LiquidumMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 TriglycerideMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 NiacinamideMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate 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. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 ButterMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
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.
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 AcetateMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purslane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, it is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
MediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
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 NPMediFlower ARONYX Triple Effect Real Collagen Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
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