Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer Versus Good Molecules Lightweight Daily Moisturizer
Updated on September 18, 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
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Good Molecules Lightweight Daily Moisturizer 19 ingredients
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Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Good Molecules Lightweight Daily Moisturizer 19 ingredients
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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.
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 WaterGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate1,2-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
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Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
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Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
TL;DR — This moisturizer triggered a fungal acne breakout for me. I wouldn't recommend this product to those with sensitive acne-prone skin, fungal acne-prone individuals, or those who don't tolerate squalane. Always patch test! ♡
I tried this moisturizer, but unfortunately, it didn't work for me. I have a combination + acne-prone skin. On the first day of using this moisturizer, I noticed that Show more