Comparison between _Element Bakuchiol Face Serum vs. [coat]s Triple Moisture Water Face Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

35 Ingredients 26

1
Water
1
Water
2
Propanediol
2
Dicaprylyl Ether
3
Cetearyl Glucoside
3
Propanediol
4
Isostearyl Isostearate
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Ethylhexyl Stearate
5
Butylene Glycol
6
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
6
Squalane
7
Sorbitan Olivate
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
8
Sodium Polyacrylate
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Uniqueness27 out of 35
77.1%
Uniqueness18 out of 26
69.2%

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
12 out of 35
34%
chemical
21 out of 35
60%
natural
6 out of 26
23%
chemical
16 out of 26
62%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#8Sodium Hyaluronate#17Allantoin#21Tocopherol#22
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Allantoin#21Isostearyl Isostearate#4Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#8Sorbitan Oleate#20Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil#25
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#21Hexyl Cinnamal#34
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#5Tocopherol#25
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

_Element Bakuchiol Face Serum vs. [coat]s Triple Moisture Water Face 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

#2Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#2Dicaprylyl Ether

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#3Cetearyl Glucoside

Origin: natural
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 4

#4Isostearyl Isostearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emollient
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
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#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.

Position 5

#5Ethylhexyl Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Butylene 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.

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