Shiseido Waso Shikulime Mega Hydrating Moisturizer Versus Humanrace Humidifying Cream
Updated on June 20, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 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 and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Shiseido Waso Shikulime Mega Hydrating Moisturizer 44 ingredients
Humanrace Humidifying Cream 33 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Shiseido Waso Shikulime Mega Hydrating Moisturizer 44 ingredients
Humanrace Humidifying Cream 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Xylitol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Erythritol
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Palm Oil
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Pyrus Malus Fruit Water
MaskingElaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil
Emollient
Elaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Sodium Metaphosphate
BufferingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Limonene
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCitrus Depressa Peel Extract
HumectantSalvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Xylitol, Glycerin, Silica, Squalane, PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate, Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Erythritol, Behenyl Alcohol, Trehalose, CI 77891, Phenoxyethanol, Isostearic Acid, Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Mica, Pyrus Malus Fruit Water, Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Dipropylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Tin Oxide, Sodium Metaphosphate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate, Limonene, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Tocopherol, CI 77492, Citrus Depressa Peel Extract, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Plankton Extract, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
EmollientCocos Nucifera Water
Masking
Betaine
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Anisate
AntimicrobialSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera Water, Betaine, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Maltodextrin, Carbomer, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Levulinate, Myristic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, 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.
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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Potassium hydroxide is commonly known as caustic potash. It is used to fix the pH of a product or as a cleaning agent in soap. In cleansers, it is used for the saponification of oils.
Sapnification is the process of creating fatty acid metal salts from triglycerides and a strong base. During this process, Potassium Hydroxide is used up and is not present in the final product.
Using high concentrations of Potassium Hydroxide have shown to irritate the skin.
Learn more about Potassium HydroxideSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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