Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream Versus Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer
Updated on July 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
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, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream 49 ingredients
Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream 49 ingredients
Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Olea Europaea Fruit Extract
BleachingArtemisia Capillaris Extract
Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Dipeptide-51
Skin Conditioning
Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Acetylhydroxyprolyl Dipeptide-12
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientVaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethyl Ether
SolventPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Olive Oil
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saururus Chinensis Extract
Skin ConditioningPhytosteryl Oleate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Leaf
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Glyceryl Stearate, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Beta-Sitosterol, Olea Europaea Fruit Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Dipeptide-51, Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Acetylhydroxyprolyl Dipeptide-12, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethyl Ether, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Beta-Glucan, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Saururus Chinensis Extract, Phytosteryl Oleate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Gluconate, Carbomer, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Olea Europaea Leaf
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-11
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
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 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateCeramide 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 NPCeramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. 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 NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide AP1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Stearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols. FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Stearyl AlcoholIngredient Ratings
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Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream 49 ingredients
Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Zerafite Skin Brightening Barrier Cream 49 ingredients
Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer 19 ingredients
Lightweight, calming, noncomedogenic moisturizer. It has a light/buttery texture and absorbs quickly. This works for my sensitive oily skin and doesn't break me out, and it doesn't cause sunscreen to pill/peel or anything.
Best lightweight every face cream
This product is perfect for my dry combo skin. It's scentless and lightweight and makes my face feels hydrated. Perfect for everyday use.
