Comparison between Bioderma Hydrabio H2O vs. Bioderma Hydrabio Essence Lotion

Find out which product is better for your skin.

15 Ingredients 23

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Methylpropanediol
3
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
3
Niacinamide
4
Disodium EDTA
4
PPG-26-Buteth-26
5
Mannitol
5
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
6
Xylitol
6
Sodium PCA
7
Cetrimonium Bromide
7
Hydroxyethylcellulose
8
Rhamnose
8
Disodium EDTA
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Uniqueness2 out of 15
13.3%
Uniqueness10 out of 23
43.5%

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
7 out of 15
47%
chemical
8 out of 15
53%
natural
7 out of 23
30%
chemical
14 out of 23
61%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Tocopherol#14
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Sodium PCA#6Tocopherol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#9

Detailed view

Bioderma Hydrabio H2O vs. Bioderma Hydrabio Essence Lotion
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

#2Glycerin

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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#2Methylpropanediol

Origin: No information
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#3PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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

#4Disodium EDTA

Origin: chemical
Role: Chelating agent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Disodium EDTA is an emulsion stabilizer and chelating agent. It deactivates the metal ions preventing them from reacting with other active ingredients. It improves the stability of a cosmetic formula and keeps the product’s consistency, texture, and pH unchanged. It doesn’t have any skincare effects and is used for formulation purposes only.

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#4PPG-26-Buteth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 5

#5Mannitol

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Flavoring agent, Humectant, Masking, Moisturising
Antioxidants
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Cleansing
Soothing
Malassezia unsafe
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil helps ingredients to mix better. It has nice cleansing activity helping to remove sebum and dirt from the surface of your skin. It's also responsible for making soft foam in soaps, shower gels, etc. Despite it having "PEG" in the title, it's considered to be safe.

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