Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Oil-Free Matte Moisturizer Versus IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Lotion
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Oil-Free Matte Moisturizer 41 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Lotion 43 ingredients
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Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Oil-Free Matte Moisturizer 41 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Lotion 43 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polysilicone-11
Cordyceps Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Trametes Versicolor Extract
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Isohexadecane
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sodium PCA
HumectantSodium Citrate
BufferingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Maclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Glycosaminoglycans
EmollientPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium EDTA
Salicylic Acid 2%, Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Jojoba Esters, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Polysilicone-11, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ceteareth-20, Isohexadecane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Sodium PCA, Sodium Citrate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Maclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids, T-Butyl Alcohol, Glycosaminoglycans, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Trisodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventDimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Citrate
BufferingP-Anisic Acid
MaskingDisodium EDTA
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Cereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCeteareth-25
CleansingSoluble Collagen
Humectant
Glucose
HumectantSodium Benzoate
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Behenic Acid
Cleansing
Cholesterol
Emollient
Trisodium EDTA
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Eos
Skin Conditioning
Caprooyl Phytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningCaprooyl Sphingosine
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, P-Anisic Acid, Disodium EDTA, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Adenosine, Dipropylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Cereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract, Ceteareth-25, Soluble Collagen, Glucose, Sodium Benzoate, Lactic Acid, CI 19140, Cetyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Ceramide NP, Behenic Acid, Cholesterol, Trisodium EDTA, Ceramide Ns, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Eos, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Ascorbyl Palmitate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePropanediol 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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASodium 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 HyaluronatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
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.
Learn more about Sodium CitratePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidWe don't have a description for Trisodium EDTA yet.
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Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Oil-Free Matte Moisturizer 41 ingredients
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Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Oil-Free Matte Moisturizer 41 ingredients
IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Lotion 43 ingredients
so lightweight!
i’m currently using a sample of this moisturizer, and to say it’s cosmetically elegant would be an understatement. lightweight and silky to the touch.
i may not purchase this because i always seem to get pilling when using products containing dimethicone, but if this isn’t a concern for you, it’s an excellent moisturizer.
