Explore Routine Login

Product Comparison

Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment versus Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream .

Published on February 10, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Facial Treatment American Brand United States
General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

General Moisturizer

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

Price

Shop

Buy Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment

Shop

Buy No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream

Starts at $15.60

Ingredient Info

Click any item below to learn more and view relevant ingredients.
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

Click on any of the items below to learn more

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (5)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening
Join our community

Build your routine, track which ingredients work for you, and much more with your free account.

Join SkinSort

Ingredients Compared

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

Anthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractWaterGlycereth-26GlycerinPentaerythrityl TetraethylhexanoateCyclopentasiloxanePolyglyceryl-3 Distearate1,2-HexanediolAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp CopolymerHydrogenated PolyisobutenePhytosteryl OleateDimethiconeAzuleneHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidSodium Acetylated HyaluronateSodium HyaluronateTrehaloseButylene GlycolDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin Glyceryl Stearate CitrateEclipta Prostrata ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractDisodium EDTASolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractMoringa Oleifera Seed OilOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractCitric AcidCurcuma Longa Root ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractGlyceryl GlucosideBeta Vulgaris Root ExtractBrassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf ExtractDaucus Carota Sativa Root ExtractVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDioscorea Japonica Root ExtractLaminaria Japonica ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractViola Mandshurica Flower ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractPolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Ingredients Side-by-side

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

Learn more about what what Com. / Irr. ratings are

Loading ingredients...

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: 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.

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 2.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

2
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

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 4.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 8.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Citric Acid

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 12.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

5
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

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 19.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.

In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.

Learn more about Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 24.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.

Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. The ferulic acid may help with skin brightening and help soothe the skin.

Antioxidants may help with anti-aging due to its ability to neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA.

While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.

One thing to note is the presence of tannins. Tannins are naturally found in nature. This compound may be skin-sensitizing.

Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment contains this as ingredient number 28.

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

33% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet
62% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
16% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

Usage

Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.

When to use

Loading routine usage...
Loading routine usage...

Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment 52 ingredients

Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment hasn't been rated yet.
Rate it now

Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream 50 ingredients

4.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Absorbs Well (2) Great Value (2) Light (2) No Scent (2) Works Well (2) Hydrating (1)
MonicaJimenez_574's avatar

MonicaJimenez_574

4 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

I’ve been wanting to try Numbuzin for a while, and this cream looked like the perfect fit for my sensitive, hormonal acne prone skin. While it’s...

I’ve been wanting to try Numbuzin for a while, and this cream looked like the perfect fit for my sensitive, hormonal acne prone skin. While it’s not fungal acne safe, this moisturizer doesn’t have dimethicone until the 12th ingredient, and I haven’t found any issues with it so far. I enjoy how soothing this cream is to acne, and it helps to calm my breakouts! I also find it not clogging my pores and causing more breakouts. While it won’t get rid of a breakout by itself, in use with other products or an acid, it works really well, especially in summer! My only complaint is that I wish it was a bit more hydrating, so I wouldn’t suggest it for super cold winters. I’ll be continuing to use this as my main moisturizer, unless I bump into any future irritation/breakouts caused by it.

A.ce's avatar

A.ce

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

I've gotten the recommendation from the girls of Likeskin (Insta: like_skincare) as a result of wanting a moisturizer that is suitable for acne...

I've gotten the recommendation from the girls of Likeskin (Insta: like_skincare) as a result of wanting a moisturizer that is suitable for acne (cheek and chin mostly), combination skin with flaky patches around nose and mouth area with (probably) a sensitivity for fatty alcohols/fatty acids. And this one HIT THE SPOT. The first moisturizer that doesn't break me out. It's quite lightweight, also doesn't give me any clogged pores and it does seem like it's calming my acne a little bit more. In combination with my other products this works amazing.

Alternatives

Our Dupe Finder has found 1 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Rodan + Fields Soothe Sensitive Skin Treatment.

See 1 alternatives

Our Dupe Finder has found 50 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Numbuzin No.1 Purple Complex Moisture Balancing Soothing Cream.

See 50 alternatives
Loading similar comparisons...