Smoovee Skin Moisturising Cream Versus Global Beauty Care Strawberry + Hyaluronic Acid Glowing Facial Moisturizer
Updated on December 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain retinoid, Vitamin C 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, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Smoovee Skin Moisturising Cream 27 ingredients
Global Beauty Care Strawberry + Hyaluronic Acid Glowing Facial Moisturizer 35 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Smoovee Skin Moisturising Cream 27 ingredients
Global Beauty Care Strawberry + Hyaluronic Acid Glowing Facial Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Glucosamine Hcl
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningUrea
Buffering
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Algae Extract
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Myristate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Cyclopentasiloxane, BHT, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Propylene Glycol, Retinol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Callus Culture Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glucosamine Hcl, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Urea, Tocopheryl Acetate, Algae Extract, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Arginine
Masking
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientParfum
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
PEG-20
HumectantAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Squalane, Trehalose, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Arginine, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, Hyaluronic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Retinol, Polysorbate 80, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Parfum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sorbitan Oleate, Phospholipids, PEG-20, Adenosine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 75470
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
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 GlycerinIsohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolRetinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about RetinolTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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