Comparison between Cetaphil Dermacontrol Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30 vs. Shiseido Perfect Cleansing Oil

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29 Ingredients 12

1
Avobenzone
1
Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum/​huile Minerale)
2
Octisalate
2
PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate
3
Octocrylene
3
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
4
Allantoin
4
Isododecane
5
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
5
Water
6
Caprylyl Glycol
6
Isostearic Acid
7
Carbomer
7
Glycerin
8
Diisopropyl Sebacate
8
Alcohol Denatured
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Uniqueness27 out of 29
93.1%
Uniqueness10 out of 12
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
5 out of 29
17%
chemical
22 out of 29
76%
natural
4 out of 12
33%
chemical
7 out of 12
58%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Allantoin#4Glycerin#12Panthenol#16
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#4
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#4
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Glycerin#7Tocopherol#12Alcohol Denatured#8
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Cetaphil Dermacontrol Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30 vs. Shiseido Perfect Cleansing Oil
Position 1

#1Avobenzone

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Avobenzone is the only chemical UV-protection component with a broad spectrum coverage. It can help to block both UVA I and UVA II rays. It's safe and it is allowed to use at a 3% concentration in the USA and a 5% concentration in the EU countries.

There is one problem: avobenzone loses efficiency when exposed to the sun. If you are outside, it loses 36% of its ability to block UV rays an hour after application. That's why it's recommended to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.

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#1Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum/​huile Minerale)

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 2

#2Octisalate

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2PEG-8 Glyceryl Isostearate

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

#3Octocrylene

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Octocrylene is an organic chemical sunscreen. It protects against UVA and UVB rays that can damage your skin or even lead to melanoma. It also stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients in a formulation and increases the water resistance of a product. It is approved by the FDA in concentrations of up to 10%. It’s not a very effective component on its own, that’s why manufacturers combine it with other chemical sunscreens.

Despite its effectiveness, there are some “cons” against the component. As with any other chemical sunscreen, it is absorbed and can be detected in blood. This doesn’t mean the component is harmful, but still… Octocrylene should also be used carefully by anyone who is breastfeeding because it can be found in breast milk.

Anyway, the component isn’t researched quite well despite its popularity. More studies are required to determine how safe the component is.

Despite its effectiveness, there are some “cons” against the component. As with any other chemical sunscreen, it is absorbed and can be detected in blood. This doesn’t mean the component is harmful, but still… Octocrylene should also be used carefully by anyone who is breastfeeding because it can be found in breast milk.

Anyway, the component isn’t researched quite well despite its popularity. More studies are required to determine how safe the component is.

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#3Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#4Allantoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Moisturizing
Pore Shrinking
Softening
Soothing
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Allantoin usually doesn’t catch too much attention, but it is an essential ingredient for sensitive, dry, and problem skin. It is a good moisturizer that makes skin hydrated. But manufacturers love it because of its strong soothing effect. It also exfoliates dead cells, stimulates recovery of your skin, and helps to protect the skin from the sun, frost, and similar negative impacts.

The component is researched very well and its soothing activity is confirmed by scientists. Used in concentration between 0.5-2%.

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#4Isododecane

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Isododecane is an emollient and a good base for colorants. Very often used in powders and shades because it spreads on the skin nicely. It also helps to soften the skin and helps to lower water loss making all the moisturizing components work better.

Position 5

#5Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Anticaking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Water

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.

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