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Tower 28 Beauty SOS Daily Barrier Recovery Cream Versus Matter Of Fact Minimalist Hydrating Moisturizer

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

Updated on July 19, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 3 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, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Solvent

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.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse. 

It is a:

  • Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
  • Emollient, helping to soften skin
  • Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
  • Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives 

When to use

190 Routines
45% use in am
55% use in pm
94% use every day
When to use See routines that use it ->
19 Routines
32% use in am
68% use in pm
100% use every day

Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Tower 28 Beauty SOS Daily Barrier Recovery Cream 25 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 6 ratings
Broke Me Out (2) Heavy (2) Works Well (2)
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JC P

8 months ago
Review

There was no irritation or redness for me, but I couldn't stop breaking out from this. Additionally, it's pretty expensive for how small this tube is. I think if your issue is trying to combat redness or something such as rosacea or eczema, this might be worth a try

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CristianLpez_202

6 months ago
Review

I have combination acne prone skin and this product made my skin break out.

#broke me out
#heavy
#oily

Matter Of Fact Minimalist Hydrating Moisturizer 13 ingredients

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