Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream versus Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream .
Last updated on February 28, 2024. Published on November 04, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 22 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, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream 59 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 🎉
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skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream 49 ingredients
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream 59 ingredients
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skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream 49 ingredients
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream 59 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 • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Vegetable Oil • Cetyl Lactate • Propanediol • Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate • C12-16 Alcohols • Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Palmitic Acid • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Oryza Sativa Bran Extract • Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer • Squalene • Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract • Phytosteryl Sunflowerseedate • Glycine Soja Extract • Hydrolyzed Rice Protein • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Phytosteryl Macadamiate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Tocopherol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Phytosterols • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Gluconolactone • Acetyl Glutamine • Lecithin • Amylopectin • Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Phenethyl Alcohol • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Folic Acid • Oligopeptide-1 • Hexapeptide-11 • Oligopeptide-3 • Caprylyl Glycol • Oligopeptide-2 • Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract • Lactic Acid • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Carbomer • Pentylene Glycol • Potassium Sorbate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citric Acid • Xanthan Gum • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide 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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of glyceryl stearate.
It is an emulsifier, emollient, and a surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating. Common ingredients include oils and water, which do not mix naturally. Emulsifiers have properties that help keep ingredients such as these together.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do 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.
Surfactants help gather oils, dirt, and other pollutants from the skin. This helps them to be easily rinsed away.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate Citrateskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Chondrus Crispus Extract comes from a red algae native to the northern Atlantic coasts of Europe and North America.
Chondrus Crispus Extract helps hydrate the skin and is rich in antioxidants.
The antioxidants in chondrus crispus help fight free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA. Antioxidants present in chondrus crispus include lutein and zeaxanthin.
Lutein has the ability to filter blue light from screens.
Other contents of chondrus crispus include polysaccharides, peptides, and amino acids. These help hydrate the skin.
Learn more about Chondrus Crispus Extractskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters is an oil.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Squalene is naturally found in plants and animals, including our skin and sebum. It is a lipid our bodies naturally produce and makes up about 10-12% of the oil on our skin. Our skin produces squalene to keep itself naturally hydrated.
Squalene is a potent antioxidant and can help fight against skin damage.
Sources of squalene include olives and rice bran. Some sources may be animals such as from shark liver.
Squalane comes from squalene and is created using hydrogenation. Squalane is lighter than squalene.
Hydrogenation is the conversion from unsaturated oil to saturated oil. This makes squalane more stable and have a longer shelf life than squalene.
Read more about squalane with an "a".
Learn more about Squaleneskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 53.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 55.
We don't have a description for Phytosterols.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
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 Acetateskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 58.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
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.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 59.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 57.
Phytosteryl Macadamiate comes from the fatty acids of Macadamia Seed Oil and an ester of phytosterol. Phytosterols are the plant-versions of cholesterol.
This ingredient helps provide hydration due to its high fatty acid property.
skyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric Acidskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 56.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium Sorbateskyn ICELAND Arctic Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 54.
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.
Skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
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RachelM_417
I love this moisturizer as someone with hyper sensitivity (rosacea, perioral dermatitis, acne, and eczema). I find it doesn’t trigger my skin...
I love this moisturizer as someone with hyper sensitivity (rosacea, perioral dermatitis, acne, and eczema). I find it doesn’t trigger my skin problems. However, it is unaffordable.
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