Comparison between Celeteque Dermoscience Hydration Facial Moisturizer (New Formulation) vs. Face Republic Cica Gel Moisturizer

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13 Ingredients 24

1
Water
1
Water
2
Dimethicone
2
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
3
Glycerin
3
Butylene Glycol
4
Panthenol
4
Glycerin
5
Hexylene Glycol
5
Dimethicone
6
Phenoxyethanol
6
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
7
Carbomer
7
1,2-Hexanediol
8
Chlorphenesin
8
Cetyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness9 out of 13
69.2%
Uniqueness20 out of 24
83.3%

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
3 out of 13
23%
chemical
9 out of 13
69%
natural
8 out of 24
33%
chemical
13 out of 24
54%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Panthenol#4Propylene Glycol#11
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#13
Dry skin
Positive: 8Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#41,2-Hexanediol#7Stearyl Alcohol#12Allantoin#13Betaine#14Panthenol#15Sodium Hyaluronate#24
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Allantoin#13Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#20Eucalyptus Globulus#21

Detailed view

Celeteque Dermoscience Hydration Facial Moisturizer (New Formulation) vs. Face Republic Cica Gel 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

#2Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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#2Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 3

#3Glycerin

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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#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 4

#4Panthenol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Panthenol is a proud member of a league of the best-performing components. It's a stable form of Vitamin B5 and is also known as Pro-Vitamin B5. It’s a very good and effective component for hydration, healing, and soothing irritated skin. It works so soft and gentle that it’s even recommended for people with skin problems like eczema.

In haircare products it’s used for protecting the fiber. It’s researched very well and doesn’t have any negative side effects.

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#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.

Position 5

#5Hexylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Hexylene Glycol is mostly used for formulation purposes. It’s a good surfactant, emulsifier, and viscosity-reducing agent. It maintains the density of the formulation of the product preventing it from separating. It also makes the product feel better.

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#5Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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