Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer versus ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense .
Published on March 15, 2022
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
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Ingredient Info
Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer 40 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense 51 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense 51 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer 40 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense 51 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Dimethicone • Stearyl Alcohol • Tribehenin • Glycerin • Steareth-20 • Steareth-2 • Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides • Phenoxyethanol • Sucrose Dilaurate • Octyldodecanol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Xanthan Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Dimethiconol • Hexylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera • Pisum Sativum Extract • Santalum Album Wood Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Berberis Vulgaris Bark Extract • P-Anisic Acid • Sorbic Acid • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Sorbitol • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Superoxide Dismutase • Calcium Ascorbate • Saccharum Officinarum Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Acer Saccharum Extract
Water • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Pentylene Glycol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Steareth-20 • Jojoba Esters • Carbomer • C14-22 Alcohols • Phenoxyethanol • Cetearyl Glucoside • Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters • Polysorbate 20 • Butylene Glycol • Palmitoyl Oligopeptide • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Ethylhexylglycerin • Lactose • Disodium EDTA • Cellulose • Hexylene Glycol • Potassium Sorbate • Beta-Glucan • 1,2-Hexanediol • Methylparaben • Lecithin • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose • Sorbitol • EDTA • Benzoic Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract • Micrococcus Lysate • Retinol • Retinyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil • Mentha Piperita Oil • Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract • Tocopherol • Limonene • CI 77007 • CI 60730
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense 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 GlycerinOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 7.
Steareth-20 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from stearyl alcohol.
It possesses surfactant properties. This means it reduces surface tension and helps oils, dirt, and pollutants to be washed away.
The 20 stands for the number of ethylene oxide used to create this ingredient.
Learn more about Steareth-20Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 12.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycolOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 20.
Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.
As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.
Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 20Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 AcetateOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 41.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 33.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 36.
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.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateOlehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 33.
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense contains this as ingredient number 27.
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Olehenriksen Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer 40 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense 51 ingredients
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