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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel versus Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer .

Last updated on January 11, 2024. Published on March 12, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

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 parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

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General Moisturizer Malaysian Brand Malaysia
General Moisturizer Filipino Brand Philippines

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (7)
Redness Reducing (7)
Reduces Irritation (8)
Anti-Aging (5)
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel contains this as ingredient number 4.

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel contains this as ingredient number 5.

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 7.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

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Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel contains this as ingredient number 25.

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 13.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

48% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
50% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturize Gel 42 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Hydrating (1) Light (1) Light Scent (1)
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mikkoflam

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

my HG moisturizer! just works for my skin every time.

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laila.21

17 days ago · Combination Skin
Review

Such a good gel-like moisturizer that gives a soothing feeling to the skin.
I just wish they shipped worldwide. :(

Saipo True Dew Brightening Gel Cream Moisturizer 20 ingredients

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