Put Simply Water Dam Moisturiser Versus One Thing Centella Soothing Cream
Updated on April 21, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
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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Ingredient Info
Put Simply Water Dam Moisturiser 48 ingredients
One Thing Centella Soothing Cream 20 ingredients
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Put Simply Water Dam Moisturiser 48 ingredients
One Thing Centella Soothing Cream 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventPolyglycerin-3
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingGanoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantGlucose
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Vinyldimethicone
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Artemisia Capillaris Extract
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingWater, Centella Asiatica Extract, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Methylpropanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Madecassoside, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cholesterol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyquaternium-51, Beta-Glucan, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tromethamine, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Behenyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Malt Extract, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Glucose, Pentylene Glycol, Isoamyl Laurate, Vinyldimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Tocopherol, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Carbomer
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-26
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientArginine
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Caprylyl Methicone, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Centella Asiatica Extract, Beta-Glucan, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Arginine, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA
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 WaterCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella 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 ExtractGlycerin 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 Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Hydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi. It hydrates the skin and helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
As an antioxidant, beta-glucan helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show this ingredient may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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