Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream versus Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on February 18, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
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, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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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.
Ingredient Info
Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream 47 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 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
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Cetyl Palmitate
- Sorbitan Olivate
- Sorbitan Palmitate
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
- Cetearyl Olivate
- Sorbitan Isostearate
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
- Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil
- Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
- Linolenic Acid
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream 47 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream 47 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream 26 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Cetyl Palmitate • Sorbitan Olivate • Sorbitan Palmitate • Pentylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Panthenol • Vinyl Dimethicone • Chlorella Vulgaris Extract • Glucose • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Fructooligosaccharides • Fructose • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Carbomer • Cetearyl Olivate • Tromethamine • Parfum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Phytate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract • Tocopherol • Artemisia Capillaris Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Ceramide NP • Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil • Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Phytosphingosine • Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil • Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • Ascorbic Acid • Linolenic Acid
Water • Squalane • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Isoamyl Laurate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sorbitan Olivate • Cetearyl Olivate • Ceramide NP • Jojoba Esters • Sodium Hyaluronate • Euterpe Oleracea Sterols • Linoleic Acid • Oleic Acid • Linolenic Acid • Ethyl Linoleate • Tocopherol • Isoamyl Cocoate • Cetyl Palmitate • Sorbitan Palmitate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Carbomer • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Gluconate
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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 WaterVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 TriglycerideVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 AlcoholVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Cetyl Palmitate is a wax-like substance.
It comes from palmitic acid and palmityl alcohol. Cetyl Palmitate may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne.
This ingredient is naturally found in the guava fruit and stony corals.
Learn more about Cetyl PalmitateVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 OlivateVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Sorbitan Palmitate is an emulsifier.
It is created by reacting sorbitol with palmitic acid.
Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 OlivateVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Very Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 NPVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 42.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Linolenic Acid is a fatty acid. Our bodies need to consume this to use it. Linolenic Acid helps condition and restore skin. It is also used to treat inflammation and hyperpigmentation.
Linolenic Acid reduces hyperpigmentation by disrupting melanin production.
Linolenic Acid is in many oils, include argan, rosehip, and hemp seed.
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Learn more about Linolenic AcidVery Mom Seed Ceramide Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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