Shea Moisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash Versus Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash
Updated on July 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Shea Moisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash 23 ingredients
Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
About this product
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Shea Moisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash 23 ingredients
Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Theobroma Cacao Husk
Abrasive
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCaramel
Cosmetic ColorantTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientBenzoic Acid
Masking
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Parfum, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Theobroma Cacao Husk, Jojoba Esters, CI 77499, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caramel, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzoic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Trideceth Sulfate
Cleansing
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium PCA
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Colloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Arginine
Masking
Water, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Mea, Citric Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Sodium PCA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Colloidal Oatmeal, Arginine
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 GlycerinButyrospermum 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 ButterThis ingredient is derived from guar gum.
It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolIngredient Ratings
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Shea Moisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash 23 ingredients
Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
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Shea Moisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash 23 ingredients
This app rates this body wash a 0% for me, but I disagree. I have very oily, yet dry acne prone skin. Almost every body wash has dried me out, broke me out, or left a layer/flim on my skin if that makes sense. This body wash has my skin feeling refreshed, cleaned, and hydrated. I’ve had 0 breakouts since using it. I truly enjoy this body wash. Only complaint are frequents and the little beads, I Show more
It's been great at soothing my Keratosis Pilaris and it smells amazing 💗💗
