Ziaja Med Atopic Face Cream Soothing & Moisturising Versus Meishoku Brilliant Colors Ceracolla Moisture Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and Vitamin E
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, fragrances or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Ziaja Med Atopic Face Cream Soothing & Moisturising 26 ingredients
Meishoku Brilliant Colors Ceracolla Moisture Cream 27 ingredients
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Ziaja Med Atopic Face Cream Soothing & Moisturising 26 ingredients
Meishoku Brilliant Colors Ceracolla Moisture Cream 27 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCanola Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingUrea
Buffering
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Maltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Canola Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Urea, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 Ii, Ceramide 1, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Phenoxyethanol, DMDM Hydantoin, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin)
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Triceteth-5 Phosphate
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Paraffinum Liquidum, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin), Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 Ii, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hyaluronic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Triceteth-5 Phosphate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Polysorbate 60, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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 GlycerinDimethicone 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 DimethiconeCeramide 3 is a form 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 Ceramide NP
Learn more about Ceramide 3Ceramide 6 II 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.
Ceramide 1 is a type of Ceramide.
Our skin is made up of ceramides. Ceramides have several roles, including:
This ceramide has since been retired and replaced with Ceramide EOP.
Learn more about Ceramide 1Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin as a building block for ceramides.. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.
Phytosphingosine contributes to your skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF). The NMF is responsible for hydration, a strong barrier, and plasticity. Our NMF decreases with age. Increasing NMF leads to more healthy and hydrated skin.
Studies show products formulated with NMF ingredients help strengthen our skin's barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier reduces irritation and increases hydration. Our skin barrier is responsible for having plump and firm skin. It also helps protect our skin against infection, allergies, and inflammation.
Fun fact: Phytosphingosine is abundant in plants and fungi.
More ingredients that help boost collagen in skin:
Learn more about PhytosphingosineCholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolSodium Lauroyl Lactylate is the lauric acid sodium salt of lactyl lactate.
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is an emulsifier and surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. They do this by preventing ingredients from separating, such as oils and water which do not mix naturally. Surfactants reduce surface tension, making it easier to rinse pollutants off skin.
Due to its relation to lauric acid, it may provide antimicrobial benefits.
Learn more about Sodium Lauroyl LactylateCarbomer 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.
Xanthan 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 GumSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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