Mizon Black Snail All In One Cream Versus Medik8 Balance Moisturiser
Updated on April 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Mizon Black Snail All In One Cream 59 ingredients
Medik8 Balance Moisturiser 34 ingredients
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Mizon Black Snail All In One Cream 59 ingredients
Medik8 Balance Moisturiser 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningCoptis Chinensis Root Extract
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentTocopherol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPorphyra Tenera Extract
Skin ConditioningFagus Sylvatica Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDictyopteris Membranacea Extract
Antioxidant
Allium Sativum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
HumectantPolygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMirabilis Jalapa Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingSepiolite
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
AstringentMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Rhus Semialata Gall Extract
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Inonotus Obliquus Extract
Skin ConditioningAnnona Cherimola Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCoffea Arabica Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorthellus Shiitake Extract
Skin ProtectingPiper Nigrum Seed Extract
RefreshingAcer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningRose Extract
Skin ConditioningSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Niacinamide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Butylene Glycol, Synthetic Wax, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Adenosine, Tropolone, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Panthenol, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Dextrin, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Beta-Glucan, Copper Tripeptide-1, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract, Porphyra Tenera Extract, Fagus Sylvatica Seed Extract, Dictyopteris Membranacea Extract, Allium Sativum Bulb Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract, Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract, Mirabilis Jalapa Seed Extract, Sepiolite, Charcoal Powder, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Rhus Semialata Gall Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Inonotus Obliquus Extract, Annona Cherimola Fruit Extract, Coffea Arabica Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Corthellus Shiitake Extract, Piper Nigrum Seed Extract, Acer Saccharum Extract, Rose Extract, Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Water
Skin ConditioningSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantPolyacrylamide
Glycerin
Humectant
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingCetearyl Isononanoate
EmollientCocoglycerides
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Nylon-12
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingSarcosine
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingLactobacillus Extract Filtrate
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Saccharide Isomerate, Polyacrylamide, Glycerin, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Cocoglycerides, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, Capryloyl Glycine, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Ethyl Linoleate, Lauric Acid, Laureth-7, Sarcosine, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Glycol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Lactobacillus Extract Filtrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Beta-Glucan, Caprylyl Glycol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 NiacinamidePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 WaterEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolGlycerin 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.
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 preservatives
Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi. It hydrates the skin and helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
As an antioxidant, beta-glucan helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show this ingredient may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanIngredient Ratings
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Mizon Black Snail All In One Cream 59 ingredients
Medik8 Balance Moisturiser 34 ingredients
