Y.O.U Radiance Up! Deep Moisturizing Cream Versus Y.O.U Acneplus Skin Defense Moisturizer
Updated on February 24, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Y.O.U Radiance Up! Deep Moisturizing Cream 49 ingredients
Y.O.U Acneplus Skin Defense Moisturizer 33 ingredients
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Y.O.U Radiance Up! Deep Moisturizing Cream 49 ingredients
Y.O.U Acneplus Skin Defense Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Trehalose
HumectantIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
Emulsifying3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantHydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Citrus Limon Fruit Oil
Astringent
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenylethyl Resorcinol
Antioxidant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Trehalose, Isononyl Isononanoate, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Dimethiconol, Isododecane, Disodium EDTA, Zea Mays Starch, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Ceramide NP, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract, Isopropyl Palmitate, Citrus Limon Fruit Oil, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide AP, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Xanthan Gum, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Cholesterol, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Hydrated Silica, Ceramide EOP
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMenthol
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Isohexadecane
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
EmollientSaposhnikovia Divaricata Root Extract
AntimicrobialCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Albizia Julibrissin Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGastrodia Elata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Propylene Glycol, Isopropyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Centella Asiatica Extract, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Synthetic Beeswax, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Menthol, Allantoin, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Isohexadecane, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide, Sorbitan Oleate, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, Saposhnikovia Divaricata Root Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Albizia Julibrissin Flower Extract, Gastrodia Elata Root Extract
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 WaterPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Triethanolamine is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.
As an emulsifier, it prevents ingredients from separating and enhances texture by adding volume to a product.
PH adjusters are common in cosmetic products. The pH of a product can affect the effectiveness of other ingredients. A product with a high pH may also irritate the skin.
Learn more about TriethanolamineHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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