Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol versus Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream .
Last updated on October 06, 2023. Published on October 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 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, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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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.
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Ingredient Info
Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol 35 ingredients
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream 44 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol 35 ingredients
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream 44 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol 35 ingredients
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream 44 ingredients
Water • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Glycerin • Cocoglycerides • Squalane • Sodium Polyacrylate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Ceramide As • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide EOP • Sodium Hyaluronate • Adenosine • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil • Glyceryl Stearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Hexylene Glycol • Tocopherol • 2,3-Butanediol • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Phytate • Sodium PCA • Urea • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Trehalose • Polyquaternium-51 • Triacetin • Cholesterol • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Glycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Caprylyl Methicone • Niacinamide • Pentylene Glycol • Jojoba Esters • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Vinyl Dimethicone • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Allantoin • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Isostearate • Eclipta Prostrata Extract • Trideceth-10 • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Disodium EDTA • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Ceramide NP • Persea Gratissima Oil • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract • Astaxanthin • Oyster Sterols • Linoleic Acid • Phospholipids
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterPaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 1.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream 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 GlycerinPaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 4.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterPaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 8.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
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 NPPaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 9.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
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 HyaluronatePaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 14.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.
Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenonePaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 20.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 GumPaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 25.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 LecithinPaula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol contains this as ingredient number 30.
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
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Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol 35 ingredients
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream 44 ingredients
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Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer Without Retinol 35 ingredients
Rovectin Anti-Irritant Barrier Repair Ultra Cream 44 ingredients
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