NeoStrata Lotion Plus Versus StriVectin KP Care Texture Smoothing Body Cream
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
NeoStrata Lotion Plus 21 ingredients
StriVectin KP Care Texture Smoothing Body Cream 42 ingredients
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NeoStrata Lotion Plus 21 ingredients
StriVectin KP Care Texture Smoothing Body Cream 42 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCholesterol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Tetrasodium EDTA
Water, Glycolic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Ammonium Hydroxide, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Petrolatum, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-40 Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Stearate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Isostearic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/Tricaprate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Myristyl Nicotinate
Skin ConditioningMaltobionic Acid
BufferingDimethicone
Emollient
Salinicoccus Lysate Filtrate
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Extract
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Polysilicone-11
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Xanthan Gum
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/Tricaprate, Propanediol, Coconut Alkanes, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycolic Acid, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone, Myristyl Nicotinate, Maltobionic Acid, Dimethicone, Salinicoccus Lysate Filtrate, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil, Bisabolol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Pentylene Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polysilicone-11, Tocopherol, Ceteareth-20, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, PEG-40 Stearate, T-Butyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Linalool
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 WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It 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.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePeg-40 Stearate is a waxy solid made up of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is an emulsifier and cleanser. Emulsifiers help oils and water mix.
Stearic acid is a a fatty acid. Therefore, Peg-40 stearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
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