Neutrogena Clear and Defend + Gel Moisturiser with Niacinamide and Panthenol Versus Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel
Updated on December 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Clear and Defend + Gel Moisturiser with Niacinamide and Panthenol 18 ingredients
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel 33 ingredients
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Neutrogena Clear and Defend + Gel Moisturiser with Niacinamide and Panthenol 18 ingredients
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel 33 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinDimethicone 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.
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.
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 GlycolCarbomer 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.
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When to use
Neutrogena Clear and Defend + Gel Moisturiser with Niacinamide and Panthenol 18 ingredients
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel 33 ingredients
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Neutrogena Clear and Defend + Gel Moisturiser with Niacinamide and Panthenol 18 ingredients
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I've had this for two weeks now and I can say It definitely keeps my skin hydrated but it does absolutely zero for oil production I swear it...
I've had this for two weeks now and I can say It definitely keeps my skin hydrated but it does absolutely zero for oil production I swear it probably makes me more oily. I end up having to powder my face with pressed powder to get the feeling of oiliness off my face.
I also use this at night time and when I wake up I can literally feel oil all over my face, especially my t-zone and forehead. I end up having to clip my hair back while I sleep because I thought it was my hair since it's thin, fine hair and gets oily quickly but it's just this moisturiser.
I've slept with different non-mattifying moisturisers during the night in the humid summer nights of 20+ degrees and woken up half as oily but I'm a greaseball when I wake up during the UK "summer" like cmon
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel 33 ingredients
Pitou
Great for Oily skin!
I have oily skin and this moisturizer is my all time favourite amongst all other I have tried. It helps in maintaining my skin...
Great for Oily skin!
I have oily skin and this moisturizer is my all time favourite amongst all other I have tried. It helps in maintaining my skin protective barriers without clogging my pores or causing my skin to produce more oil.
It goes on the skin nice and absorb so well. In winter, I use one and a half pump and in summer I feel like a pump should be enough for the whole face. One bottle will last you around 3 months.
Great product!