Comparison between CeraVe Intensive Repair Night Cream vs. Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream

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39 Ingredients 11

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Petrolatum
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Sorbitol
4
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
4
Cetearyl Alcohol
5
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
5
Propylene Glycol
6
Cyclopentasiloxane
6
Ceteareth-20
7
Glyceryl Stearate SE
7
Simethicone
8
Cetyl Alcohol
8
Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Uniqueness36 out of 39
92.3%
Uniqueness8 out of 11
72.7%

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 39
33%
chemical
21 out of 39
54%
natural
3 out of 11
27%
chemical
7 out of 11
64%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Palmitic Acid#12Allantoin#14Sodium Hyaluronate#27Tocopherol#30
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#14Glyceryl Stearate SE#7Stearic Acid#11Myristic Acid#23
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#14Citric Acid#33
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#5
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Petrolatum#2Glyceryl Stearate SE#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

CeraVe Intensive Repair Night Cream vs. Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream
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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#2Petrolatum

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Moisturising
UV Protection
Softening
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 3

#3Caprylic/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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#3Sorbitol

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Flavoring agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant
Moisturizing
Softening
Soothing
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sorbitol is usually used for making different gels. It helps the product to keep water and it helps to deliver active components deeper into the skin. It is a moisturizing and soothing component. It is usually accepted well by all skin types.

Position 4

#4Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Shea Butter is a great natural moisturizer everybody knows about. And it’s popular for a reason. It contains 5 essential fatty acids (palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, and arachidonic), vitamins (A, D, E, F), and catechins, which are antioxidants. It moisturizes the skin and protects it from UV, cold, and other negative factors. It can be used on its own and will not harm your skin even in very high concentrations.

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#4Cetearyl 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.

Position 5

#5Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

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