Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream versus Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer .
Last updated on January 16, 2024. Published on February 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan general moisturizers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream 32 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream 32 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream 32 ingredients
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer 39 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Glyceryl Stearate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Niacinamide • Squalane • Cyclopentasiloxane • Ceramide NP • Bellis Perennis Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sodium PCA • Panthenol • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Hyaluronate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Benzoic Acid • Dehydroacetic Acid • Lecithin • Ceteareth-12 • Cetyl Palmitate • Propylene Glycol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • Ceteareth-20 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Dimethiconol • Tetrasodium EDTA
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Paraffinum Liquidum • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Niacinamide • Ceteareth-12 • Ceteareth-20 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Urea • Panthenol • Buddleja Davidii Leaf Cell Culture Extract • Ceramide NP • Acetyl Hexapeptide-49 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8 • Alaria Esculenta Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Olive Glycerides • Polysorbate 20 • Cetyl Palmitate • Butylene Glycol • Peg-8 • Xanthan Gum • Lactic Acid • Pantolactone • Carbomer • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Phenoxyethanol • Methylparaben • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Propylparaben
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate 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. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 ButterSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Ceteareth-12.
Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.
Cetyl Palmitate is a wax-like substance.
It comes from palmitic acid and palmityl alcohol. Cetyl Palmitate may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne.
This ingredient is naturally found in the guava fruit and stony corals.
Learn more about Cetyl PalmitateSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateSkin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Skin401 Calm & Repair Cica Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Skincare by Dr V Cera Pep Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
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