The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Hydrator Versus Apivita Natural Cosmetics Aqua Beelicious Oil-Free Hydrating Gel-Cream with Light Texture
Updated on September 02, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Hydrator 27 ingredients
Apivita Natural Cosmetics Aqua Beelicious Oil-Free Hydrating Gel-Cream with Light Texture 36 ingredients
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The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Hydrator 27 ingredients
Apivita Natural Cosmetics Aqua Beelicious Oil-Free Hydrating Gel-Cream with Light Texture 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientBetaine
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract
AstringentMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningCalophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Tapioca Starch
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Limonene
Perfuming
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Leptospermum Petersonii Oil
Masking
Water, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Betaine, Alcohol Denat., Sodium Polyacrylate, Glycerin, Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Salicylic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Tapioca Starch, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Limonene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citral, Linalool, Leptospermum Petersonii Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventC9-12 Alkane
SolventTriheptanoin
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Sorbitol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Mel
EmollientPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cistus Incanus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningIris Versicolor Extract
EmollientNymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Lecithin
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Saccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Citronellyl Methylcrotonate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Propanediol, C9-12 Alkane, Triheptanoin, Silica, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Sorbitol, Panthenol, Mel, Propolis Extract, Cistus Incanus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Iris Versicolor Extract, Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Lecithin, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Citronellyl Methylcrotonate, Parfum, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool, Limonene
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 HyaluronateAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder comes from the aloe plant.
You may know Aloe to be a good sunburn reliever and inflammation reducer. This is because it contains many components that are known to help reduce irritation and itchiness.
Aloe leaves are also great moisturizers. They are naturally rich in polysaccharides, a carbohydrate made of sugars. Polysaccharides are able to mimic the carbs found in the top layer of your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
Aloe contains the antioxidants Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins neutralize free radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe does not protect against UV rays, despite it soothing sunburns.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderTocopherol (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 TocopherolLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneHelianthus 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 OilLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolIngredient Ratings
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The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Hydrator 27 ingredients
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The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Hydrator 27 ingredients
Apivita Natural Cosmetics Aqua Beelicious Oil-Free Hydrating Gel-Cream with Light Texture 36 ingredients
really nice hydrating moisturizer. It has texture like water, which makes it more convenient for young skin. It didn't irritate me at all, and I feel you can use it no matter the type of skin. It won't make any big difference, like removing redness etc, but it still remains an easy choice. It's very popular for women under 25yo in Greece
