Comparison between Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Daily Glow Cream vs. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

22 Ingredients 35

1
Water
1
Water
2
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
2
Glycerin
3
Glycerin
3
Cyclohexasiloxane
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Squalane
5
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
5
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Sucrose Stearate
7
Niacinamide
7
Stearyl Alcohol
8
Anhydroxylitol
8
PEG-8 Stearate
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Uniqueness16 out of 22
72.7%
Uniqueness29 out of 35
82.9%

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
8 out of 22
36%
chemical
13 out of 22
59%
natural
9 out of 35
26%
chemical
18 out of 35
51%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Panthenol#13Tocopherol#20
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#10
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Stearyl Alcohol#7Palmitic Acid#20Tocopherol#28
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 5
Salicylic Acid#34PEG-8 Stearate#8Myristyl Myristate#9Glyceryl Stearate SE#14Stearic Acid#19Myristic Acid#31
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Salicylic Acid#34Citric Acid#35

Detailed view

Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Daily Glow Cream vs. Kiehl's Ultra Facial 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

#2Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#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.

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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#3Cyclohexasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 4

#4Caprylic/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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#4Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

Position 5

#5Glyceryl Stearate Citrate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Surfactant
Softening
Hair conditioning
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
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