Aqualabel Special Gel Cream Brightening Versus Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream
Updated on February 20, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain 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 common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Aqualabel Special Gel Cream Brightening 35 ingredients
Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream 59 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Aqualabel Special Gel Cream Brightening 35 ingredients
Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream 59 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Potassium Methoxysalicylate
BleachingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Alanine
MaskingMethionine
Skin ConditioningPEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPrunus Serotina Fruit Extract
MaskingGlycine Soja Extract
Skin ConditioningYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Collagen Water
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPolydiethylsiloxane
Emollient
Tetradecane
Perfuming
Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
Polyvinylalcohol Crosspolymer
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingIsohexadecane
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Trisodium EDTA
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Sodium Metaphosphate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPotassium Methoxysalicylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glutamic Acid, Alanine, Methionine, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract, Glycine Soja Extract, Yeast Extract, Collagen Water, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Polydiethylsiloxane, Tetradecane, Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Trehalose, Polyvinylalcohol Crosspolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Isohexadecane, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Alcohol Denat., Trisodium EDTA, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Metaphosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, CI 77491, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningVinyldimethicone
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Leaf Extract
AstringentPinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Erythritol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlucose
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingSilica
Abrasive
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingPantothenic Acid
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingZinc PCA
Humectant
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingBeta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Vinyldimethicone, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Leaf Extract, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Alpha-Arbutin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Caprylyl Methicone, Erythritol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethiconol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glucose, Tromethamine, Silica, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Decyl Glucoside, Pantothenic Acid, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Zinc PCA, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Beta-Sitosterol, Xanthan Gum
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 GlycerinCetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolIngredient Ratings
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Aqualabel Special Gel Cream Brightening 35 ingredients
Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream 59 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Aqualabel Special Gel Cream Brightening 35 ingredients
Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream 59 ingredients
- made me break out
- made my chin area itchy
- not hydrating enougg
pros : fast absorbing, pretty lightweight and soothing, reduced some redness
cons : made my face itchy and broke me out:((
really wanted to like this but i dont think its suitable for my skin
