Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer Versus Boostbalm The Skin Barrier Cream
Updated on March 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
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 Problem Skin Moisturizer 28 ingredients
Boostbalm The Skin Barrier Cream 29 ingredients
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Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer 28 ingredients
Boostbalm The Skin Barrier Cream 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Emulsifying Wax Nf
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Tonic
Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
CleansingPalm Glycerides
Emollient
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingMagnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Tea-Stearate
CleansingSodium Behenoyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract
EmollientSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Bisabolol
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Black Soldier Fly Larva Extract
AntimicrobialMoroccan Lava Clay
Abrasive
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Emulsifying Wax Nf, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil, Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids, Palm Glycerides, Capryloyl Glycine, Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Tea-Stearate, Sodium Behenoyl Lactylate, Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Bisabolol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Black Soldier Fly Larva Extract, Moroccan Lava Clay, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Oleate
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Octyldodecanol
EmollientLauryl Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Quercus Alba Bark
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Husk Oil
Skin Conditioning
Bellis Perennis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTaraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Tonic
Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
CleansingPalm Glycerides
Emollient
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingMagnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract
EmollientHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
EDTA
Water, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Lauryl Laurate, Alpha-Arbutin, Glycerin, Quercus Alba Bark, Persea Gratissima Oil, Olea Europaea Husk Oil, Bellis Perennis Flower Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil, Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids, Palm Glycerides, Capryloyl Glycine, Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, EDTA
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 WaterTaraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil comes from the chaulmoogra herb. You might know this ingredient as Chaulmoogra Oil.
Chaulmoogra oil is rich in fatty acids, including palmitic and oleic acids.
This plant is native to India and Myanmar and used as leprosy treatment in traditional medicine.
Learn more about Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed OilNigella Sativa Seed Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil is an oil.
We don't have a description for Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids yet.
Palm Glycerides isn't fungal acne safe.
Capryloyl Glycine is created by adding an acyl group to glycine and caprylic acid chloride.
It is a cleanser due to its surfactant properties. Surfactants help dirt, oil, and other polluants be more easily rinsed away. According to manufacturers, Capryloyl Glycine also helps soften the skin and regulate sebum production.
Emerging studies show Capryloyl Glycine may inhibit hair growth. It may also cause allergies for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions about this ingredient.
Learn more about Capryloyl GlycineMagnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract is an antioxidant.
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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateIngredient Ratings
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