Revolution Beauty Vitamine C Moisturiser Versus Swisse Vitamin C 5% Niacinamide 5% Brightening Day Cream
Updated on November 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and Vitamin C
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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Revolution Beauty Vitamine C Moisturiser 26 ingredients
Swisse Vitamin C 5% Niacinamide 5% Brightening Day Cream 26 ingredients
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Revolution Beauty Vitamine C Moisturiser 26 ingredients
Swisse Vitamin C 5% Niacinamide 5% Brightening Day Cream 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Polyacrylamide
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate
StabilisingCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Isopropyl Myristate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Stearic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Carbomer, Parfum, Dehydroacetic Acid, Polyacrylamide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Laureth-7, Alcohol, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, CI 19140, CI 16035
Water
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropanediol
SolventIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingPolyacrylamide
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Citrate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Niacinamide, Coco-Caprylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Glycerin, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Ferulic Acid, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Polyacrylamide, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
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 WaterThis 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 GlycerinNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilPolyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.
It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.
We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about PolyacrylamideC13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.
As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.
C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about C13-14 IsoparaffinLaureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.
This ingredient is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.
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Revolution Beauty Vitamine C Moisturiser 26 ingredients
Swisse Vitamin C 5% Niacinamide 5% Brightening Day Cream 26 ingredients
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Revolution Beauty Vitamine C Moisturiser 26 ingredients
Swisse Vitamin C 5% Niacinamide 5% Brightening Day Cream 26 ingredients
Great as a night cream
