The Nue Co Barrier Culture Moisturizer Versus OSEA Atmosphere Protection Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
The Nue Co Barrier Culture Moisturizer 25 ingredients
OSEA Atmosphere Protection Cream 21 ingredients
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The Nue Co Barrier Culture Moisturizer 25 ingredients
OSEA Atmosphere Protection Cream 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Inulin
Skin ConditioningCreatine
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Squalane
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCeramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Olivate, Inulin, Creatine, Niacinamide, Squalane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Maltodextrin, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Xanthan Gum, Ceramide Ng, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sodium Phytate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Water
Skin ConditioningAlgae Extract
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Lysine Lauroyl Methionate
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGinkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentCitrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Glycine
Buffering
Water, Algae Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocopherol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Lysine Lauroyl Methionate, Xanthan Gum, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Glycine
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 WaterSorbitan 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 OlivateXanthan 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 GumCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract comes from the common Marigold plant. This ingredient is a skin conditioner.
Marigolds contain flavonoids. Flavonoids are a group of substances found naturally in plants. They possess antioxidant and inflammation properties.
This ingredient soothes skin inflammation by inhibiting inhibiting a part of the inflammation process.
Marigolds have been used in traditional medicine throughout Asia and Europe.
Learn more about Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractIngredient Ratings
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