Real Barrier Cica Relief Rx Calming Cream Versus APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP™ Clearing Solution
Updated on July 31, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both facial treatments. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Real Barrier Cica Relief Rx Calming Cream 30 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP™ Clearing Solution 49 ingredients
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Real Barrier Cica Relief Rx Calming Cream 30 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP™ Clearing Solution 49 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Lecithin
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Water, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Squalane, Triethyl Citrate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Lecithin, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea, Arginine
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Tromethamine
BufferingO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Sorbitol
Humectant
Citrus Species Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Pimpinella Anisum Extract
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPanax Ginseng Root Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil
Antimicrobial
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningMyristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lauryl Alcohol
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Octyldodecanol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Zinc Oxide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dimethicone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Salicylic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Tromethamine, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbitol, Citrus Species Leaf Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Disodium EDTA, Pimpinella Anisum Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Sucrose Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panax Ginseng Root Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Beta-Carotene, Myristyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Lauryl Alcohol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Madecassoside
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 WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamidePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolButylene 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.
1,2-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
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Centella 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 ExtractGlyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of glyceryl stearate.
It is an emulsifier, emollient, and a surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating. Common ingredients include oils and water, which do not mix naturally. Emulsifiers have properties that help keep ingredients such as these together.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do 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.
Surfactants help gather oils, dirt, and other pollutants from the skin. This helps them to be easily rinsed away.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate CitrateGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
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 TromethamineDisodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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Real Barrier Cica Relief Rx Calming Cream 30 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP™ Clearing Solution 49 ingredients
