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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream versus Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream .

Published on December 01, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and Vitamin E

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 silicones

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General Moisturizer British Brand United Kingdom
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Ceramides (5)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (8)
Redness Reducing (7)
Reduces Irritation (5)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (6)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Ceramides (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (9)
Redness Reducing (7)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Anti-Aging (6)
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Paraffin • Propanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Dimethicone • Carbomer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hyaluronate • Potassium Hydroxide • Ceteareth-25 • Cetyl Alcohol • Behenic Acid • Ceramide NP • Cholesterol • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide Eos • Caprooyl Phytosphingosine • Caprooyl Sphingosine • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Citric Acid • Glyceryl Oleate • Lecithin • Tocopherol

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Water

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

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 Triglyceride

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Glycerin

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Butter

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (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.

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

9
What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Ceteareth-25 comes from Cetearyl Alcohol. (And Cetearyl Alcohol is created from cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol.

This ingredient is a fatty alcohol used as an emulsifier and surfactant. As an emulsifier, it helps oil mix with water.

Like cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-25 can help thicken and create a gel-like consistency.

Learn more about Ceteareth-25

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

10
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.

Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Behenic Acid is a fatty acid and has moisturizing properties.

It is naturally occuring in the Moringa oleifera tree, rapeseed oil, and peanut oil.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.

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Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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 NP

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Stabilising
Community Rating: Liked

Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.

Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.

Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.

Learn more about Cholesterol

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

14
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NS 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.

Ceramide NG,Ceramide NS,1,3-Hexadecanediol, 2-Hexadecanamide,Palmitoyl-C16-Dihydrosphingosine,1-Stearoyl-C18-Sphingosine

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

15
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.

They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. 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 NP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide AP

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.

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 NP

Learn more about Ceramide EOP

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide EOS 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.

Ceramide EOS is a synthetic N-acylated sphingolipid consisting of Sphingosine having the D-erythro structure linked to an esterified omega-hydroxy saturated or unsaturated fatty acid

Learn more about Ceramide Eos

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

This ceramide helps condition and moisturize skin.

It is created by reacting caproic acid and phytosphingosine, two fatty acids.

Ceramides work to improve hydration from within Their lipophilic trait means they are likely to be absorbed into skin but expected to remain in the epidermis (the outer layer of skin).

Learn more about Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Caprooyl Sphingosine.

Revolution Beauty Ceramides Moisture Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

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34% are disliked or very disliked
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