Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream versus Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence .
Published on February 03, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 23 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain 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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
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Ingredient Info
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream 80 ingredients
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence 49 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream 80 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream 80 ingredients
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence 49 ingredients
Water • Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate 14.3% • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Isopentyldiol • Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin) • Cyclohexasiloxane • 1,2-Hexanediol • Peg-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Adenosine • Betaine • Allantoin • Trehalose • Panthenol • Sodium PCA • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Sodium Lactate • Gossypium Herbaceum Extract • Arginine • Aspartic Acid • PCA • Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycine • Alanine • Lecithin • Royal Jelly Extract • Milk Extract • Polysorbate 20 • Propolis Extract • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Lactose • Artemisia Capillaris Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Serine • Valine • Isoleucine • Threonine • Proline • Phenylalanine • Histidine • Hyaluronic Acid • Lupinus Albus Seed Extract • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Phospholipids • Phytosphingosine • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Ceramide 3 • Lactic Acid • Cholesterol • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Madecassoside • Tocopherol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Squalane • Tripeptide-1 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Tripeptide-2 • Hexapeptide-11 • Phytosterols • Dunaliella Salina Extract • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Hexapeptide-9 • Nonapeptide-1 • Disodium EDTA • Parfum
Bifida Ferment Lysate • Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate • Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice • Rice Ferment Filtrate • Aspergillus Ferment • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Water • Betaine • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Trehalose • Lactobacillus • Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Trideceth-10 • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tromethamine • 1,2-Hexanediol • Tropolone • Allantoin • Butylene Glycol • Coptis Japonica Extract • Arginine • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Calcium Carbonate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Adenosine • Niacinamide • Dextrin • Glycine • Serine • Glutamic Acid • Aspartic Acid • Leucine • Alanine • Lysine • Tyrosine • Phenylalanine • Proline • Threonine • Valine • Isoleucine • Phenoxyethanol • Histidine • Methionine • Cysteine
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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 WaterNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 GlycerinNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 NiacinamideNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 31.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 12.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 30.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.
Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 AllantoinNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 22.
Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.
As a humectant, trehalose helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Due to its antioxidant properties, trehalose may help with signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, unstable molecules that may damage your skin.
In medicine, trehalose and hyaluronic acid are used to help treat dry eyes.
Some animals, plants, and bacteria create trehalose as a source of energy to survive freeze or lack of water.
Learn more about TrehaloseNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 13.
Bifida Ferment Lysate is derived from the fermentation of Bifida bacteria (often with dairy). It is a probiotic and helps to strengthen our skin's microbiome.
Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin against infection. It also helps our skin stay hydrated and healthy.
Studies also show this ingredient to be a promising soothing ingredient for sensitive skin.
Learn more about Bifida Ferment LysateNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 1.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 25.
Aspartic Acid is an amino acid that our bodies produce naturally. It is an antioxidant.
Our body uses Aspartic Acid to help build collagen and elastin. It also plays a role in hydrating skin.
Antioxidants help mitigate damage from free-radical molecules. These are molecules that originate from external sources such as pollution, cigarette smoke, or the sun.
Learn more about Aspartic AcidNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 36.
Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins. It is already present in our skin as our bodies produce them naturally.
Glycine helps keep skin hydrated and reduce signs of aging. Amino acids help transport moisture throughout our skin; glycine already plays a role in helping keep our skin moisturized.
As collagen is made up of glycine and other amino acids, it is believed Glycine may help our skin produce more collagen. Collagen helps keep skin plump and firm.
Learn more about GlycineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 33.
Alanine is an amino acid and is already found in the human body.
Alanine has antioxidant properties and can help with anti-aging.
Alanine is used by fibrous proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin. These three help make a strong skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more plump and youthful skin.
Learn more about AlanineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 38.
Serine is an amino acid naturally found in our body. Our bodies use amino acids to create protein.
Amino-acids help give keep our skin hydrated. They play an important role in the skin barrier, which keeps the skin plump and firm.
Serine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning we don't need to obtain it from eating foods.
Learn more about SerineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 34.
We don't have a description for Valine.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 44.
We don't have a description for Isoleucine.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 45.
Threonine is an amino-acid. It helps hydrate the skin and has antioxidant benefits.
Threonine is vital for creating collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin support youthful and firm skin. Our bodies decrease collagen production naturally with age.
Humans are not able to create threonine and must get it through eating foods such as fish, lentils, poultry, sesame seeds, and more.
Learn more about ThreonineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 50.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 43.
Proline is an amino-acid. It helps moisturize the skin and plays an important role in creating proteins.
Proline is one of the building blocks for producing collagen. As we age, our bodies produce less collagen. Collagen helps the skin look plump and firm.
In medicine, proline is used as an osmoprotectant. This means it helps prevent oxidative degradation in other drugs.
Our bodies are able to produce proline naturally, but certain conditions may inhibit this production. In that case, proline can be obtained from eating egg whites, soy protein, dairy products, asparagus, mushrooms, and seaweed.
Learn more about ProlineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 51.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 42.
Phenylalanine is an amino acid. It is a skin soothing and hydrating ingredient. Amino acids play a crucial role in wound healing and skin hydration.
Phenylalanine is also used to help even out skin tone due to its ability to disrupt the melanin production process.
Two structures of phenylalanine exist: L-phenylalanine and D-phenylalanine. L-phenylalanine is essential, this means our bodies cannot produce it naturally and we must get it from foods. Our bodies convert D-phenylalanine to neurotransmitters, and D-phenylalanine is found in our bodies naturally.
Some foods that contain L-phenylalanine include eggs, soybeans, beef, milk.
Learn more about PhenylalanineNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 52.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 41.
We don't have a description for Histidine.
Neogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 53.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 47.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateNeogen Probiotics Relief Cream contains this as ingredient number 66.
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence contains this as ingredient number 29.
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My holy grail moisturiser
I have always wanted a cream type of moisturiser but it’s hard to find due to their clogging ingredients. But this , it...
My holy grail moisturiser
I have always wanted a cream type of moisturiser but it’s hard to find due to their clogging ingredients. But this , it doesn’t break me out, super moisturising. I love this product so much 🥹💖 Wont ever change😄
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