Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer International

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Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer - International Versus Dot & Key Skincare Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer

General Moisturizer

Indian Brand

Updated on January 30, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Ingredient Info

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Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer 19 ingredients

Dot & Key Skincare Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer 34 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Minimalist Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer 19 ingredients

Dot & Key Skincare Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer 34 ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Vitamin B5 10% Moisturizer

Water

Skin Conditioning

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning

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Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Xylitylglucoside

Anhydroxylitol

Xylitol

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone

Magnesium Aspartate

Zinc Gluconate

Copper Gluconate

Betaine

Phenoxyethanol

Allantoin

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Pentylene Glycol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Carbomer

Magnesium Sulfate

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Water, Panthenol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Allantoin, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Glycerin

Humectant

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Polyacrylamide

C13-14 Isoparaffin

Emollient

Laureth-7

Emulsifying

Niacinamide

Smoothing

Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer

C12-13 Pareth-23

Cleansing

C12-13 Pareth-3

Emulsifying

Saccharide Isomerate

Humectant

Silanetriol

Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Benzyl Alcohol

Perfuming

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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Methylsilanol Mannuronate

Skin Conditioning

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Tocopheryl Acetate

Allantoin

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Sodium Hydroxide

Buffering

Disodium EDTA

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Skin Protecting

Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide

Ceramide 1

Ceramide 2

Ceramide 3

Ceramide 4

Ceramide 6 Ii

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Avena Sativa Meal Extract

Soothing

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Skin Conditioning

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Allantoin

Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing

Allantoin 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.

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Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.

Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

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.

Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

Learn more about Water