Comparison between Krave Beauty Great Barrier Relief vs. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ (2022 Reformulation)

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44 Ingredients 33

1
Water
1
Water
2
Propanediol
2
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
3
Calophyllum Inophyllum (Alexandrian Laurel) Seed Oil
3
Dimethicone
4
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Glycerin
5
Niacinamide
5
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
6
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oil
6
Panthenol
7
Cetearyl Olivate
7
Zea Mays Starch/​ Corn Starch
8
Polysorbate-60
8
Propanediol
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Uniqueness39 out of 44
88.6%
Uniqueness28 out of 33
84.8%

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
15 out of 44
34%
chemical
23 out of 44
52%
natural
8 out of 33
24%
chemical
21 out of 33
64%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Glycerin#14Butylene Glycol#15Sodium Hyaluronate#16Glycine#20Sodium PCA#23Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour#281,2-Hexanediol#39
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Sorbitan Oleate#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Lactic Acid#33
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Panthenol#6Butylene Glycol#9Tocopherol#31
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#25

Detailed view

Krave Beauty Great Barrier Relief vs. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ (2022 Reformulation)
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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#2Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Calophyllum Inophyllum (Alexandrian Laurel) Seed Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Dimethicone

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.

Position 4

#4Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

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#4Glycerin

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 5

#5Niacinamide

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.

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#5Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Shea Butter is a great natural moisturizer everybody knows about. And it’s popular for a reason. It contains 5 essential fatty acids (palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, and arachidonic), vitamins (A, D, E, F), and catechins, which are antioxidants. It moisturizes the skin and protects it from UV, cold, and other negative factors. It can be used on its own and will not harm your skin even in very high concentrations.

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