Shea Moisture African Black Soap Overnight Resurfacing Serum Versus Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Overnight Face Oil
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Shea Moisture African Black Soap Overnight Resurfacing Serum 32 ingredients
Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Overnight Face Oil 13 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Shea Moisture African Black Soap Overnight Resurfacing Serum 32 ingredients
Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Overnight Face Oil 13 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Sodium PCA
HumectantSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Cacao Husk
Abrasive
Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Proline
Skin ConditioningHydroxyproline
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Charcoal Powder, Sodium PCA, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Allantoin, Theobroma Cacao Husk, Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Panthenol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Proline, Hydroxyproline, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium Phosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHeptyl Undecylenate
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Heptyl Undecylenate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Tocopherol, Acacia Senegal Gum Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Ethyl Palmitate, Isononyl Isononanoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 ButterCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilThis 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 TriglycerideIngredient Ratings
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