Muuka Hydra White Moisturizer Versus Glowsophy Watermelon Brightening Moisturizer
Updated on December 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and 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 parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Muuka Hydra White Moisturizer 46 ingredients
Glowsophy Watermelon Brightening Moisturizer 51 ingredients
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Muuka Hydra White Moisturizer 46 ingredients
Glowsophy Watermelon Brightening Moisturizer 51 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Succinate
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentRibes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Caprooyl Sphingosine
Skin ConditioningUrea
Buffering
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningZinc Chloride
SoothingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning2-Aminobutanol
BufferingEthanolamine
BufferingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Ceteareth-25
CleansingDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Behenic Acid
Cleansing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Succinate, Butylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Urea, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Pentylene Glycol, Zinc Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, 2-Aminobutanol, Ethanolamine, Benzyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-25, Dehydroacetic Acid, Behenic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetearyl Glucoside
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDiglycerin
HumectantSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventPhenylethyl Resorcinol
Antioxidant
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Antioxidant
Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Extract
AstringentTriethanolamine
BufferingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
HumectantParfum
Masking
Glucose
HumectantBHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingAlpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Cholesterol
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Eos
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycosyl Trehalose, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Xanthan Gum, Diglycerin, Sorbitan Olivate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Extract, Triethanolamine, Allantoin, Glyceryl Glucoside, Parfum, Glucose, BHT, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Alpha-Arbutin, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Phospholipids, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Cholesterol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Eos, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide Ng
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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.
Learn more about AllantoinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateCeramide 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 NPCeramide NS 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.
Ceramide NG,Ceramide NS,1,3-Hexadecanediol, 2-Hexadecanamide,Palmitoyl-C16-Dihydrosphingosine,1-Stearoyl-C18-Sphingosine
Phenoxyethanol 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.
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.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Parfum1,2-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
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