Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Cream Versus CU Skin Dr. Solution Bifida Barrier Cream
Updated on March 18, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 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 oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Cream 51 ingredients
CU Skin Dr. Solution Bifida Barrier Cream 44 ingredients
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Real Barrier Aqua Soothing Cream 51 ingredients
CU Skin Dr. Solution Bifida Barrier Cream 44 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventIsohexadecane
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Isododecane
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingC13-15 Alkane
SolventCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Glucoside
HumectantErythritol
HumectantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantAzulene
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Thymus Mastichina Flower Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLitsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Phytate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xylitol
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea
Skin ConditioningPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Propanediol, Isohexadecane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Isododecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Arginine, Polyglycerin-3, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Carbomer, C13-15 Alkane, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Erythritol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Azulene, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Thymus Mastichina Flower Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xylitol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Beta-Glucan, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea, Phytosterols, Linoleic Acid, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Citral, Linalool, Limonene
Bifida Ferment Extract 65%
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Vinyldimethicone
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Stearyl Olivate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Glyceryl Glucoside
HumectantButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSqualane
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyisobutene
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningYeast
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingGlucose
HumectantSoy Isoflavones
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Alanine
MaskingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Bifida Ferment Extract 65%, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbitan Olivate, Vinyldimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Stearyl Olivate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Propanediol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Glyceryl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C14-22 Alcohols, Water, Lecithin, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Squalane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Oleate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus, Yeast, Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glucose, Soy Isoflavones, Ceramide NP, Copper Tripeptide-1, Alanine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
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 WaterPropanediol 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 PropanediolThis 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 TriglycerideGlycerin 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.
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
Glyceryl Glucoside is made from glycerol and glucose.
It is a humectant. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture to it from the air.
Some foods that contain glyceryl glucoside include sake, miso, and wines.
Learn more about Glyceryl GlucosideIngredient Ratings
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