Acnes Oil-Free Gel Lotion Versus SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream
Updated on November 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
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 common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Acnes Oil-Free Gel Lotion 55 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 40 ingredients
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Acnes Oil-Free Gel Lotion 55 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-400
Emulsion StabilisingPPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Fomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingParfum
Masking
Fucose
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Viola Yedoensis Extract
Skin ConditioningTaraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Butyl Avocadate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientMalva Sylvestris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSebacic Acid
Buffering10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
Skin ConditioningQuaternium-73
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
1,10-Decanediol
SolventZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingIlex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Carnosine
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, PEG-400, PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Chlorphenesin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Fomes Officinalis Extract, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Parfum, Fucose, Bisabolol, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Viola Yedoensis Extract, Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salicylic Acid, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Butyl Avocadate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Sebacic Acid, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Quaternium-73, Phospholipids, Copper Tripeptide-1, 1,10-Decanediol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Carnosine, Caffeine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventDipropylene Glycol
MaskingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Trehalose
HumectantCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingC30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Dextrin
AbsorbentTheobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCoptis Chinensis Root Extract
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Centella Asiatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Trehalose, Caprylyl Methicone, C12-14 Pareth-12, Carbomer, Tromethamine, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tranexamic Acid, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ng, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolButylene 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.
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 ExtractPropanediol 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 Propanediol1,2-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
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Zingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.
Ginger root has antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant properties help protect your body from free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. As a result, ginger may help slow down signs of aging such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Studies show ginger inhibits the enzyme that breaks down collagen. It also helps with:
This ingredient has no negative side-effects and is safe to use unless one has a specific allergy to it.
Ginger originates from Southeast Asia but has spread throughout the world. It is now a common spice used in many cultures.
Learn more about Zingiber Officinale Root ExtractIngredient Ratings
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Acnes Oil-Free Gel Lotion 55 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 40 ingredients
I’m really disappointed because for a few days this was looking like a holy grail, it made my skin look great and glowy, felt amazing to use, I haven’t used a gel moisturiser before, but I did quite like the texture. But eventually I started getting little bumps along my cheek bones, and I’ve tried to reintroduce it a couple of time since and always get the same result.
It does have a very Show more
Absolutely LOVE this moisturizer. It's perfect for combo/oily skin and for hot and humid weather. It's lightweight and sinks into the skin well without feeling sticky. It just feels like a refreshing burst of hydration. Great for soothing and calming down the skin because of the centella.
However, if your skin is on the drier side or if you're in a drier environment, this might be too light for Show more
