Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Minimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer versus Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme .
Last updated on August 15, 2023. Published on July 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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
Minimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Minimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Minimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme 25 ingredients
Water • Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil • Glycerin • Propanediol • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • Petrolatum • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Saccharide Isomerate • Trehalose • Tocopheryl Acetate • Pentylene Glycol • Linoleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Cetyl Alcohol • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Triheptanoin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Polyisobutene • Phenoxyethanol • C9-12 Alkane • Allantoin • Polyurethane-10 • Peg-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether • Carbomer • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Triethanolamine • Ethylhexylglycerin
Water • Glycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Betaine • Propanediol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Glyceryl Stearate • Garcinia Indica Seed Butter • Cetearyl Alcohol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Niacinamide • Dehydroacetic Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Parfum • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Extract • Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract • Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract • Xanthan Gum • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
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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 WaterMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme 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 GlycerinMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 TriglycerideMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 AlcoholMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 StearateMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 AcetateMinimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme contains this as ingredient number 13.
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Minimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme 25 ingredients
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Minimalist Marula Oil 05% Moisturizer 32 ingredients
Plum Goodness E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme 25 ingredients
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