Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream versus Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream .
Last updated on July 17, 2023. Published on April 29, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and 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 harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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.
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Ingredient Info
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream 49 ingredients
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream 52 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Citrus Limon Peel Oil
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil
- Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
- Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream 49 ingredients
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream 52 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream 49 ingredients
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream 52 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Squalane • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Cetearyl Alcohol • Propanediol • Angelica Archangelica Root Water • Avena Sativa Kernel Flour • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters • Oxycoccus Palustris Seed Oil • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Squalene • Pentylene Glycol • Emblica Officinalis Fruit Powder • Linoleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Sodium PCA • Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Buddleja Davidii Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Glycosphingolipids • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Arginine • Phytosterols • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Xanthan Gum • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Phytosteryl Macadamiate • Perfluorodecalin • Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid • Sorbic Acid • Sucrose Palmitate • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Water • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Glycerin • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Squalane • Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate • Propanediol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Pentylene Glycol • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Butylene Glycol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ubiquinone • Glycine Soja Oil • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Viola Odorata Leaf Extract • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract • Spilanthes Acmella Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Lavandula Spica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Ligustrum Lucidum Seed Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Mentha Piperita Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Luffa Cylindrica Root Extract • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables • Tocopherol • Phospholipids • Glycogen • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycolipids • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Glycine Soja Sterols • Dicaprylyl Ether • Xanthan Gum • C15-19 Alkane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Phytic Acid • Lauryl Glucoside • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Benzoate
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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 Waterskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Triglycerideskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Glycerinskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Squalane 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".
Learn more about Squalaneskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about Propanediolskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene Glycolskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronateskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.
Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.
It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.
Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.
Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oilskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extractskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed Oilskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
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.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about Tocopherolskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycolskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Xanthan 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 Gumskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium Hydroxideskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 50.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Benzoateskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.
Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream contains this as ingredient number 52.
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