ongredients Skin Barrier Calming Lotion Versus Real Barrier Extreme Cream Light
Updated on August 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
ongredients Skin Barrier Calming Lotion 32 ingredients
Real Barrier Extreme Cream Light 48 ingredients
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What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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ongredients Skin Barrier Calming Lotion 32 ingredients
Real Barrier Extreme Cream Light 48 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Arginine
Masking
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Glucose
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenyl Trimethicone, C14-22 Alcohols, Polysorbate 60, Arginine, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glucose, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tripeptide-1, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Hexapeptide-11, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Canola Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientArginine
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dihydroxyisopropyl Palmoylpalmamide
HumectantPhytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Methyl Caproate
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantBis-Capryloyloxypalmitamido Isopropanol
EmollientMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Benzyl Glycol
SolventHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Juniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Raspberry Ketone
Masking
Water, Methylpropanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea, Panthenol, Sorbitan Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Squalane, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Canola Oil, Glycerin, Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Arginine, Allantoin, Carbomer, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Dihydroxyisopropyl Palmoylpalmamide, Phytosterols, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Methyl Caproate, Ectoin, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Bis-Capryloyloxypalmitamido Isopropanol, Madecassoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Benzyl Glycol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Beta-Glucan, Linoleic Acid, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Raspberry Ketone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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 ArginineButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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.
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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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