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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream versus Cosmedix Emulsion .

Published on August 22, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
Emulsion American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Emulsion

A lighter version of moisturizer, usually with a gel-consistency.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating

Notable Ingredients

PHA
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterGlycerinButyrospermum Parkii ButterCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideCholesteryl Oleyl CarbonateCoco-Caprylate/CaprateCholesteryl StearateCholesteryl NonanoateCetearyl AlcoholDiaminopropionoyl Tripeptide-33Caprylyl GlycolLonicera Caprifolium Flower ExtractGlyceryl StearateCetearyl GlucosideDicaprylyl EtherPolyglyceryl-4 CaprateXanthan GumGluconolactoneLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract Citrus Reticulata Peel OilMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractZea Mays Silk ExtractAmino Esters-1Eclipta Prostrata ExtractCocos Nucifera Fruit JuiceCymbopogon Schoenanthus OilFructooligosaccharidesOryza Sativa Bran OilThioctic AcidPopulus Tremuloides Bark ExtractSodium HydroxidePhenyl T-ButylnitroneLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractEthylhexylglycerinCitrus Grandis Peel OilCitrus Limon Peel OilCopper GluconateSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractPyruvic AcidCalcium GluconateCurcuma Longa Root ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractOcimum Basilicum Leaf ExtractLawsonia Inermis Leaf ExtractPearl PowderMoringa Oleifera Seed OilSimmondsia Chinensis Seed OilLawsonia Inermis ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractBHAPhenoxyethanolSodium BenzoatePotassium SorbateLimoneneCitralGeraniolEugenolLinaloolFarnesol

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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.

Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.

While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.

Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 11.

6
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 17.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 54.

8
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.

Cosmedix Emulsion contains this as ingredient number 56.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

34% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet
35% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
31% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Naturium Plant Ceramide Rich Moisture Cream 35 ingredients

3.2 /5
from 5 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Doesn't Work (1) Light (1)
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GenesisVilla_208

11 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

Super Oily
I have oily skin and this was extremely greasy on my face. Not dewy, but straight up greasy. The ingredients seem great, but it feels...

Super Oily
I have oily skin and this was extremely greasy on my face. Not dewy, but straight up greasy. The ingredients seem great, but it feels heavy instead of hydrating.

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kmarx

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

The only moisturizer to keep my skin hydrated during winter while on tretinoin

Cosmedix Emulsion 62 ingredients

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