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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty versus The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème .

Published on June 09, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 23 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and silicones

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

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

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 1.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Glycerin

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 2.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 3.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.

Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.

As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.

Learn more about Cyclohexasiloxane

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 4.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Triglyceride

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 5.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 6.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 7.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 8.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.

Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 11.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 12.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.

The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 13.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Benzyl Glycol.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 14.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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 Hyaluronate

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 15.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

Learn more about Dipropylene Glycol

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 33.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

Learn more about Sodium Chloride

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 35.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 36.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 37.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Glycol

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 38.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Illicium Verum Fruit Extract is a fragrance.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 39.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 35.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 40.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

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 Parfum

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 41.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 42.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 38.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

The Creme Shop BT21 BABY RJ Purple Water Crème Klean Beauty contains this as ingredient number 43.

The Creme Shop Hello Kitty Klean Beauty Pink Water Crème contains this as ingredient number 39.

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42% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
23% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
46% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
28% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet

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