Comparison between EltaMD Pm Therapy Moisturizer vs. EltaMD PM Therapy Facial Moisturizer

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29 Ingredients 29

1
Water
1
Water
2
Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
2
Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
3
Niacinamide
3
Niacinamide
4
Glyceryl Stearate SE
4
Glyceryl Stearate SE
5
PEG-100 Stearate
5
PEG-100 Stearate
6
Glycerin
6
Glycerin
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Butylene Glycol
8
Butylene Glycol
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Uniqueness0 out of 29
0.0%
Uniqueness0 out of 29
0.0%

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
6 out of 29
21%
chemical
20 out of 29
69%
natural
6 out of 29
21%
chemical
20 out of 29
69%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#6Butylene Glycol#8Sodium Hyaluronate#26
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#4
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#6Butylene Glycol#8Sodium Hyaluronate#26
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#4
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

EltaMD Pm Therapy Moisturizer vs. EltaMD PM Therapy Facial Moisturizer
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
Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Ethylhexyl Isononanoate

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

Ethylhexyl Isononanoate is a softening agent that forms a thin protecting film on your skin and helps it to keep water. The component also improves the texture and feeling of the product. Ethylhexyl Isononanoate is also used in haircare products helping your hair slide better and making combing process easier. 

Position 3
Both products have the same component on this position.

#3Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

Position 4
Both products have the same component on this position.

#4Glyceryl Stearate SE

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a nice moisturizing ingredient. It hydrates the upper layers of the skin and fills small wrinkles. In haircare products, it's used for making hair softer.

Position 5
Both products have the same component on this position.

#5PEG-100 Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Peg-100 Stearate is a good emulsifier that makes the ingredients mix nicely. It also makes the skin soft and moisturized. Peg-100 Stearate is also known for its cleansing effect. CIR Expert Panel marked this ingredient as safe.

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