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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skintific MSH Niacinamide Brightening Moisture Gel versus Hada Labo Hydrating Cream .

Last updated on April 05, 2024. Published on November 13, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

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General Moisturizer Malaysian Brand Malaysia
General Moisturizer Japanese Brand Japan

General Moisturizer

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

General Moisturizer

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

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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
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide
Ceramides (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (7)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (7)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Anti-Aging

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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

Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.

Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.

Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.

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Skintific MSH Niacinamide Brightening Moisture Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.

Hada Labo Hydrating Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
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 MSH Niacinamide Brightening Moisture Gel contains this as ingredient number 18.

Hada Labo Hydrating Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

Skintific MSH Niacinamide Brightening Moisture Gel contains this as ingredient number 26.

Hada Labo Hydrating Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

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

48% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet
20% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
48% are disliked or very disliked
23% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Skintific MSH Niacinamide Brightening Moisture Gel 29 ingredients

MSH Niacinamide Brightening Moisture Gel hasn't been rated yet.
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Hada Labo Hydrating Cream 44 ingredients

2.0 /5
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audreyw_619

5 months ago · Dry Skin
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the ingredients listed are incorrect

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