The INKEY List Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing and Plumping Moisturizer Versus Lumene Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
The INKEY List Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing and Plumping Moisturizer 25 ingredients
Lumene Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day Cream 48 ingredients
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The INKEY List Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing and Plumping Moisturizer 25 ingredients
Lumene Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day Cream 48 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPropanediol
Solvent
Polysilicone-11
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate-13
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Laureth-12
EmulsifyingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Propanediol, Polysilicone-11, C10-18 Triglycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide NP, Polyacrylate-13, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Laureth-12, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientHydrogenated Olive Oil Decyl Esters
Emulsion Stabilising
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientBetaine
Humectant
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Oleyl Erucate
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Carrageenan
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrogenated Olive Oil
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Isoleucine
Skin Protecting
Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Maris Sal
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialParfum
Masking
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Decyl Esters, Glycerin, Cetearyl Olivate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Betaine, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Juice, Propanediol, Oleyl Erucate, Sorbitan Olivate, Squalane, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Sodium Carrageenan, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Palmitoyl Isoleucine, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Dimethicone, Sucrose Stearate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Mica, Palmitic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Gluconate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Adenosine, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Tin Oxide, Potassium Sorbate, Maris Sal, Citric Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Parfum, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateWater. 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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The INKEY List Bio-Active Ceramide Repairing and Plumping Moisturizer 25 ingredients
Lumene Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day Cream 48 ingredients
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