Wardah Crystal Secret Refreshing Day Gel Versus Wardah Vitamin C + Adenosine Radiant Charge Gel Moisturizer
Updated on October 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Wardah Crystal Secret Refreshing Day Gel 27 ingredients
Wardah Vitamin C + Adenosine Radiant Charge Gel Moisturizer 33 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Wardah Crystal Secret Refreshing Day Gel 27 ingredients
Wardah Vitamin C + Adenosine Radiant Charge Gel Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningVinyldimethicone
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Bisabolol
Masking
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Pentylene Glycol, Vinyldimethicone, Arachidyl Alcohol, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Bisabolol, Alpha-Arbutin, Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Trehalose
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Chondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Agar
MaskingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingGellan Gum
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14720
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, Trisiloxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Trehalose, Cyclopentasiloxane, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Allantoin, Adenosine, Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ascorbic Acid, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Agar, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Gellan Gum, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum, Squalane, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 19140, CI 14720
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
We don't have a description for Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract yet.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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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