Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream versus SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on October 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream 39 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 38 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream 39 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 38 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream 39 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 38 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Caprylyl Methicone • Centella Asiatica Extract • Cetearyl Olivate • Phenyl Trimethicone • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Propanediol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Glycereth-26 • Sorbitan Olivate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Sorbitol • Tromethamine • Lactobacillus Ferment • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ceramide NP • Phytosphingosine • Sorbitan Isostearate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Xanthan Gum • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Dextrin • Pentylene Glycol • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract • Madecassoside • Honey Extract
Centella Asiatica Extract 72% • Glycerin • Propanediol • Dipropylene Glycol • Cyclomethicone • Water • 1,2-Hexanediol • Trehalose • Caprylyl Methicone • C12-14 Pareth-12 • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Xanthan Gum • Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Tranexamic Acid • Coptis Chinensis Root Extract • Theobroma Cacao Extract • Dextrin • Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Beta-Glucan • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Phytosphingosine • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Cholesterol
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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 WaterParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 GlycerinParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Caprylyl Methicone is a type of silicone.
It helps soften and soothe the skin by creating a thin film on top. This film helps trap moisture, keeping your skin hydrated.
Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
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 PropanediolParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a sugar created from fermented sorbitol. Most sorbitol is made from potato starch.
This ingredient is a a skin conditioning ingredient and helps moisturize the skin.
It is also naturally found in fruits such as apples and pears.
Learn more about Biosaccharide Gum-1Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 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.
Parnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.
Phytosphingosine is already present in our skin. On our skin, it is a building block for ceramides.
Phytosphingosine tells our skin to increase its natural moisturizing factor (NMF). The NMF is responsible for hydration, a strong barrier, and plasticity. Our NMF decreases with age. Increasing NMF leads to more healthy and hydrated skin.
Studies show products formulated with NMF ingredients help strengthen our skin's barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier reduces irritation and increases hydration. Our skin barrier is responsible for having plump and firm skin. It also helps protect our skin against infection, allergies, and inflammation.
Phytosphingosine is also abundant in plants and fungi.
More ingredients that help boost collagen in skin:
Learn more about PhytosphingosineParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Dextrin is used to thicken a product and helps bind ingredients together. It is created from starch and glycogen.
As an emulsifier, dextrin prevents ingredients from separating. This helps elongate a product's shelf life.
Studies show coating UV filters with dextrin prevents these ingredients from being absorbed. This helps UV ingredients last longer on the skin.
Learn more about DextrinParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateParnell Cicamanu Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
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incilabels
Nice, could be better
Makes my skin more resilient against tretinoin sensitivity. Sadly, it burns on a compromised skin barrier (which is why I...
Nice, could be better
Makes my skin more resilient against tretinoin sensitivity. Sadly, it burns on a compromised skin barrier (which is why I bought it for in the first place…)
Does not sink completely into the skin, leaving a layer on it instead.
There is some tackiness after it dries; which takes a while.
Leaves a glowy finish on the skin
Refreshing.
Doesn’t play along with Beauty of Joseon’s Matte sun stick (makes it pill right off my face).
fyr
soo good!! very calming even on sensitive skin days. hydrating enough for my drier areas and not too greasy for my t zone. i love this sm...
soo good!! very calming even on sensitive skin days. hydrating enough for my drier areas and not too greasy for my t zone. i love this sm definitely try it
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