Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer versus Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer .
Published on April 15, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan general moisturizers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain 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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances 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.
Ingredient Info
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer 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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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is 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 🎉
Contains Parabens
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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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Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer 48 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer 48 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Squalane • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetyl Alcohol • Niacinamide • Stearyl Alcohol • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Pantolactone • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Hydrolyzed Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Extract • Dunaliella Salina Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Panthenol • Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil • Honokiol • Magnolol • Palmitic Acid • Sorbitan Oleate • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Stearic Acid • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Boron Nitride • Caprylyl Glycol • Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate • Isohexadecane • Butylene Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Polysorbate 80 • Sorbitan Palmitate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Benzoate • Carbomer • Sodium Lactate • Phenoxyethanol • Polysorbate 20 • Citric Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Sorbate
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
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer 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 GlycerinNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 StearateNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 NiacinamideNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Pantolactone is a synthetically created humectant.
As a humectant, Pantolactone helps draw moisture to the skin. It can help add hydration to your skin.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 31.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 GlycolNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 31.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 36.
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.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 AcetateNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 42.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 44.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 45.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidNaturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 46.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
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.
Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 47.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
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Naturium Multi-Peptide Moisturizer 48 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
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kristinkoe
Worst fungal acne breakout I’ve ever had
29, sensitive skin. I have a super simple routine and recently swapped for several new brands and products...
Worst fungal acne breakout I’ve ever had
29, sensitive skin. I have a super simple routine and recently swapped for several new brands and products in the past 2 months. Been dealing with excess sebum acne on my jawline and hormonal acne for 10 years. Skin isn’t as bad as it used to be in terms of those two. And I’ve had fungal acne before but not very often…. Ans I currently have the worst fungal acne breakout I’ve ever experienced. Soooo itchy and painful and red and swollen.
I think this is the #1 cause. I’ve been ruling out my other products one by one while continuing to use this moisturizer; because it seemed simple and clean and really great. But the fungal acne isn’t letting up. So I just checked the ingredients and there are SO many fungal triggers, and Im thinking I found the source! Bummer, I really liked this brand, the price point and this products simplicity… but looks like I need to find another moisturizer.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
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