D'You In My Defence Versus Fixderma Skincare 2% Alpha Arbutin Face21 Cream
Updated on February 11, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, 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 oils
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Ingredient Info
D'You In My Defence 45 ingredients
Fixderma Skincare 2% Alpha Arbutin Face21 Cream 25 ingredients
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D'You In My Defence 45 ingredients
Fixderma Skincare 2% Alpha Arbutin Face21 Cream 25 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingBetaine
Humectant
Euterpe Oleracea Sterols
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Vinyldimethicone
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCholesterol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Arachidic Acid
Cleansing
Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract
AntimicrobialCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pantolactone
HumectantOleic Acid
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Water, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Betaine, Euterpe Oleracea Sterols, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Bisabolol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Vinyldimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cholesterol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Phytosphingosine, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Xanthan Gum, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Arachidic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Palmitic Acid, Tocopherol, Pantolactone, Oleic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingCocos Nucifera Fruit Powder
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Kaolin
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Torreya Grandis Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Betaine
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Olivate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Pentapeptide-8
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Powder, Sodium Chloride, Bakuchiol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Resveratrol, Squalane, Hyaluronic Acid, Arbutin, Lactic Acid, Kaolin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Torreya Grandis Fruit Oil, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Betaine, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Water, Cetearyl Olivate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Beta-Glucan, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Pentapeptide-8, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractWater. 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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinBetaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineCetearyl 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 OlivateIngredient Ratings
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