Stratia Liquid Gold Versus Marie Veronique Barrier Lipid Complex
Updated on March 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Stratia Liquid Gold 29 ingredients
Marie Veronique Barrier Lipid Complex 26 ingredients
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Stratia Liquid Gold 29 ingredients
Marie Veronique Barrier Lipid Complex 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil
Skin Protecting
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDiazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Water, Propylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Squalane, Cetyl Alcohol, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA
Rubus Occidentalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sambucus Nigra Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSalvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Moisturising
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phosphatidylserine
Emulsion StabilisingPhospholipids
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin ConditioningDocosahexaenoic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingRubus Occidentalis Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Squalane, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Sambucus Nigra Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Water, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Phosphatidylserine, Phospholipids, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceramide NP, Phytosterols, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinSqualane 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 SqualaneVaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil is created from the seeds of the North American cranberry plant. This plant is native to eastern Canada.
Cranberry seed oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties.
Due to its high linolenic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid content, cranberry seed oil is an effective emollient. Emollients help hydrate the skin by creating a film on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping. Linolenic acid also has anti-inflammatory properties.
Cranberry seeds also contain Vitamin E and Vitamin C, both potent antioxidants.
Learn more about Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed OilTocopherol (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 TocopherolCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPSodium 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 HyaluronateXanthan 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 GumIngredient Ratings
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Stratia Liquid Gold 29 ingredients
Marie Veronique Barrier Lipid Complex 26 ingredients
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Stratia Liquid Gold 29 ingredients
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I use this as a serum on my dry sensitive skin.
The fatty acids and oils work really well for me.
