Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer versus Dermalogica Calm Water Gel .
Published on June 07, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
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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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel 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
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel 26 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glycerin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Olivate • Hydroxystearyl Alcohol • Hydroxystearyl Glucoside • Dimethicone • Sorbitan Olivate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Oil • Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture • Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Cetearyl Glucoside • Xylitol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein • Sodium Hyaluronate • Beta-Glucan • Panthenol • Allantoin • Maltodextrin • Xanthan Gum • Parfum • Gluconolactone • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Benzyl Benzoate • Limonene • Geraniol • Methylcinnamic Aldehyde • Linalool
Water • Glycerin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • 1,2-Hexanediol • Diethylhexyl Carbonate • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Stearyl Heptanoate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sea Salt • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Stearyl Caprylate • Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Disodium Phosphate • Linalool • Limonene
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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 WaterYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 2.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 4.
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract comes from the lavender plant. Lavender extract has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Many components of lavender flowers are antioxidants, such as ferulic acid, caffeic acid, and several flavonoids.
Traditional Iranian folk medicine uses Lavender extract to help treat inflammation.
Lavender extract may have a scent. It contains linalool, a known allergen. However, lavender extract contains less linalool than lavender essential oil.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia Flower ExtractYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 HyaluronateYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 10.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 31.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 21.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 23.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 26.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolYuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 38.
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel 26 ingredients
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Yuni Beauty Active Calm Firming Facial Moisturizer 37 ingredients
Dermalogica Calm Water Gel 26 ingredients
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