Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream versus Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream .
Published on June 09, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 9 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, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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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
Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream 48 ingredients
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream 53 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream 48 ingredients
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream 53 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream 48 ingredients
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream 53 ingredients
Water • Squalane • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • C10-18 Triglycerides • Peg-8 Beeswax • Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate • Tapioca Starch • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Citric Acid • Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer • Glycerin • Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Bisabolol • Jojoba Esters • Tocopherol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Limonene • Phenoxyethanol • Lecithin • Nylon-12 • Rosa Centifolia Flower Wax • Rosa Damascena Flower Wax • Sodium Phytate • Cetyl Alcohol • Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Alcohol Denat. • Chlorphenesin • Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Citrus Junos Fruit Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract • Lippia Citriodora Flower Extract • Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract • Rosa Canina Fruit Extract • Alteromonas Ferment Extract • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Linalool • Dehydroacetic Acid
Water • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Squalane • C13-15 Alkane • Glycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax • Lanolin Alcohol • Tri (Polyglyceryl-3/Lauryl) Hydrogenated Trilinoleate • Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract • Ceramide NP • Ceramide EOP • Ceramide AP • Sodium Hyaluronate • Linoleic Acid • Oleic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract • Fructooligosaccharides • Beta Vulgaris Root Extract • Shea Butter Ethyl Esters • Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract • Pimpinella Anisum Fruit Extract • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract • Punica Granatum Sterols • Rosa Damascena Flower Oil • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Triethyl Citrate • Tapioca Starch • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Phytate • Magnesium Stearate • Magnesium Aspartate • Pentylene Glycol • Tocopherol • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract • Zinc Gluconate • Stearic Acid • Copper Gluconate • Phenoxyethanol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterSunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 SqualaneSunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Tapioca Starch.
Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.
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 GlycerinSunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 TocopherolSunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.
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.
Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 50.
Sodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 51.
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 HyaluronateSunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
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Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream 48 ingredients
Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream 53 ingredients
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Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream 53 ingredients
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I wanted to love this
I am a huge fan of Sunday Riley. Most of my skincare routine is by Sunday Riley. My Holy Grail daytime moisturizer is their...
I wanted to love this
I am a huge fan of Sunday Riley. Most of my skincare routine is by Sunday Riley. My Holy Grail daytime moisturizer is their C.E.O. Afterglow, but I wanted a nighttime moisturizer without vitamin C that I could wear with retinol. Unfortunately, Ice was nothing like Afterglow. It was so thick! I felt like I was smoothing Elmer's glue over my skin at first. I know that some people like really thick moisturizers though, in which case, this might be the perfect product for you.
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