Secret Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Cream - Unscented Versus Dove Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Cream - Coconut & Vanilla
Updated on May 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe deodorant. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and 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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.
Ingredient Info
Secret Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Cream 20 ingredients
Dove Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Cream 23 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
Secret Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Cream 20 ingredients
Dove Whole Body Deodorant Invisible Cream 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Lactate
BufferingIsopropyl Isostearate
Emollient
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Water, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Dimethicone, Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Isopropyl Isostearate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Stearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethiconol, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Palmitic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialOleyl Erucate
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Zinc Neodecanoate
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Isoamyl Laurate, Stearyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ceteareth-20, Glycerin, Zea Mays Starch, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Oleyl Erucate, Jojoba Esters, Lactic Acid, Sclerotium Gum, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Zinc Neodecanoate, Isopropyl Myristate, Parfum, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycine Soja Oil, Benzyl Alcohol
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 GlycerinLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidStearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols. FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Stearyl AlcoholNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateIngredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
