Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of The Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer versus Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on June 06, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain 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
The Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer 53 ingredients
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream 42 ingredients
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 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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The Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer 53 ingredients
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream 42 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
The Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer 53 ingredients
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream 42 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Polydecene • 1,2-Hexanediol • Niacinamide • Dimethicone • Vegetable Oil • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Laminaria Japonica Extract • Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Acmella Oleracea Extract • Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract • Panax Ginseng Berry Extract • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil • Behenyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Cyclohexasiloxane • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Cetearyl Glucoside • Dimethiconol • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Squalane • Methylpropanediol • Betaine • Cholesterol • Cellulose Gum • Adenosine • Fructooligosaccharides • Beta-Glucan • Ceramide NP • Disodium EDTA • Polyquaternium-51 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Butylene Glycol • Panthenol • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Glucose • Raffinose • Folic Acid • Tromethamine • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Polysorbate 60 • Ethylhexylglycerin
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Dipropylene Glycol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Methyl Trimethicone • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dicaprylyl Ether • Cetearyl Olivate • Panthenol • Glyceryl Stearate • Behenyl Alcohol • Sorbitan Olivate • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • 2,3-Butanediol • Cetearyl Glucoside • Ceramide NP • Ceramide Ng • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide As • Ceramide AP • Cholesterol • Pentaerythrityl Distearate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Cellulose Gum • Dextrin • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Salvia Officinalis Oil • Citronellol • Tocopherol • CI 19140
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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 WaterThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycolThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 TriglycerideThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Glyceryl Stearate Se is a self-emulsifying (SE) form of glyceryl stearate. Self-emusifying means this ingredient automatically blends with water. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and cleansing agent.
As an emulsifier, Glyceryl Stearate Se prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant, meaning it helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants help gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants so they may be rinsed away easily.
Emollients help your skin stay smooth and soft. It does so by creating a film on top of the skin that helps trap moisture in.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate SeThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 13.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 OlivateThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
Sorbitan Olivate 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.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Microcrystalline Cellulose is another name for refined wood pulp. It is used as an emulsifier and mattifying ingredient. As an emulsifier, it helps keep ingredients together.
The Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Cetearyl Glucoside is a surfactant and emulsifier. It can be produced from synthetic of natural sources of cetearyl alcohol and glucose.
Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters. It can also be used to enhance the texture of products.
As a surfactant, Cetearyl Glucoside helps during the cleansing process. By gathering all the dirt and oils, it allows these molecules to be washed away easily.
Learn more about Cetearyl GlucosideThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 36.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 41.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Learn more about PanthenolThe Potions Cica Complex Cream Mixer contains this as ingredient number 46.
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
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I have eczema patches on my face that flare up, and this product has been the only thing that consistently soothes, hydrates and does not irritate...
I have eczema patches on my face that flare up, and this product has been the only thing that consistently soothes, hydrates and does not irritate my eczema at all.
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