OM Organics Gotu Kola + Squalane Hyaluronic Nourishing Cream Versus Three Ships Beauty Firm Believer Smoothing Neck + Face Cream
Updated on February 18, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
OM Organics Gotu Kola + Squalane Hyaluronic Nourishing Cream 20 ingredients
Three Ships Beauty Firm Believer Smoothing Neck + Face Cream 29 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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OM Organics Gotu Kola + Squalane Hyaluronic Nourishing Cream 20 ingredients
Three Ships Beauty Firm Believer Smoothing Neck + Face Cream 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tripeptide-29
Skin Conditioning
Enteromorpha Compressa Extract
Skin ProtectingCaesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Lactate
BufferingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Water, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Squalane, Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Propanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Tripeptide-29, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Lactate, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Glycerin, Sorbic Acid, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Olivate
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAcacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract
Antioxidant
Lycium Barbarum Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningIsomalt
HumectantLecithin
Emollient
Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Squalane, Stearic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Jojoba Esters, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetyl Alcohol, C10-18 Triglycerides, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Lycium Barbarum Callus Culture Extract, Isomalt, Lecithin, Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Polyglycerin-3, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl 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 StearateSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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!
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