Comparison between Alastin Skincare Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer With Trihex Technology vs. EltaMD PM Therapy Facial Moisturizer

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31 Ingredients 29

1
Water
1
Water
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
2
Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
3
Caprylyl Methicone
3
Niacinamide
4
Glycerin
4
Glyceryl Stearate SE
5
Cetearyl Alcohol
5
PEG-100 Stearate
6
Dimethicone
6
Glycerin
7
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Glyceryl Stearate SE
8
Butylene Glycol
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Uniqueness26 out of 31
83.9%
Uniqueness24 out of 29
82.8%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
13 out of 31
42%
chemical
13 out of 31
42%
natural
6 out of 29
21%
chemical
20 out of 29
69%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Phospholipids#17Betaine#18Tocopherol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#6Butylene Glycol#8Sodium Hyaluronate#26
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#4
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Alastin Skincare Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer With Trihex Technology vs. EltaMD PM Therapy Facial Moisturizer
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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#2Ethylhexyl Isononanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Ethylhexyl Isononanoate is a softening agent that forms a thin protecting film on your skin and helps it to keep water. The component also improves the texture and feeling of the product. Ethylhexyl Isononanoate is also used in haircare products helping your hair slide better and making combing process easier. 

Position 3

#3Caprylyl Methicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

Position 4

#4Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#4Glyceryl Stearate SE

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a nice moisturizing ingredient. It hydrates the upper layers of the skin and fills small wrinkles. In haircare products, it's used for making hair softer.

Position 5

#5Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

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#5PEG-100 Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Peg-100 Stearate is a good emulsifier that makes the ingredients mix nicely. It also makes the skin soft and moisturized. Peg-100 Stearate is also known for its cleansing effect. CIR Expert Panel marked this ingredient as safe.

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