Comparison between Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream vs. First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration

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18 Ingredients 23

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Stearic Acid
3
Petrolatum
3
Glycerin
4
Dicaprylyl Ether
4
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
5
Dimethicone
5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6
Glyceryl Stearate SE
6
Glyceryl Stearate SE
7
Cetyl Alcohol
7
Glyceryl Stearate SE
8
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
8
Cetearyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness11 out of 18
61.1%
Uniqueness15 out of 23
65.2%

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
4 out of 18
22%
chemical
14 out of 18
78%
natural
13 out of 23
57%
chemical
10 out of 23
43%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#8Propylene Glycol#16
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Petrolatum#3Glyceryl Stearate SE#6Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#8
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Allantoin#12
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 3
Allantoin#12Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#13Stearic Acid#2Glyceryl Stearate SE#6Glyceryl Stearate SE#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#12Eucalyptus Globulus#19

Detailed view

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream vs. First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration
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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#2Stearic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

Position 3

#3Petrolatum

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
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#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.

Position 4

#4Dicaprylyl Ether

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient
Cleansing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is mostly used as formulation component. It gives the product a soft and silky but non-greasy feeling. As for the skin benefits, it's an emollient – it makes the skin softer and more hydrated. It also helps to kill bacteria and increase the product’s shelf life.

Position 5

#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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#5Caprylic/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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