True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Hydraglow Cream Versus Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel - US
Updated on August 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Hydraglow Cream 43 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel 34 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Hydraglow Cream 43 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Silybum Marianum Ethyl Ester
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Cetearyl Olivate
Lactobacillus/Dipteryx Odorata Seed Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCitrus Reticulata Peel Oil
Masking
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil
Skin Protecting
CI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSalvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract
AntiseborrhoeicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Phytate
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Curcumin
Antioxidant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Bark Extract
AntimicrobialMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Silybum Marianum Ethyl Ester, Propanediol, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Cetearyl Olivate, Lactobacillus/Dipteryx Odorata Seed Ferment Filtrate, Sorbitan Olivate, Glycerin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil, CI 77015, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Water, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Curcumin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Serine
Masking
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingThreonine
Arginine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningLysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
PCA
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Fructose
Humectant
Maltose
MaskingTrehalose
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Serine, Glycine, Alanine, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Lysine Hcl, Glutamic Acid, Sodium PCA, PCA, Sodium Lactate, Urea, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Betaine, Allantoin, Fructose, Maltose, Trehalose, Glucose, Pentylene Glycol, Synthetic Beeswax, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide
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 GlycerinSorbitan 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!
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True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Hydraglow Cream 43 ingredients
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel 34 ingredients
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