Comparison between La Mer The Concentrate vs. Palmer's Cocoa Butter Moisturizing Skin Therapy Oil For Face With Vitamin E

Find out which product is better for your skin.

49 Ingredients 21

1
Cyclopentasiloxane
1
Caprylyl Methicone
2
Algae/Seaweed/Kelp Extract (Species Unspecified)
2
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
3
Glycerin
3
Tocopheryl Acetate
4
Dimethicone
4
Retinol (Vitamin A)
5
Polysilicone-11
5
Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Palmitate)
6
Isononyl Isononanoate
6
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
7
Dimethicone/​peg-10/​15 Crosspolymer
7
Rosa Canina (Dog Rose) Seed Extract
8
Cyclohexasiloxane
8
Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil
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Uniqueness46 out of 49
93.9%
Uniqueness18 out of 21
85.7%

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
17 out of 49
35%
chemical
20 out of 49
41%
natural
7 out of 21
33%
chemical
12 out of 21
57%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Glycerin#3Tocopherol#34Alcohol Denatured#42
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#39Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil#37Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#39Limonene#45Linalool#46
Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Retinol (Vitamin A)#4Benzyl Benzoate#15Hexyl Cinnamal#20

Detailed view

La Mer The Concentrate vs. Palmer's Cocoa Butter Moisturizing Skin Therapy Oil For Face With Vitamin E
Position 1

#1Cyclopentasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Protection
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cyclopentasiloxane is a fluid silicone. It’s non-greasy and doesn’t have any scent or color. It evaporates pretty fast which makes this ingredient essential when it comes to making products that have to dry quickly. It also gives a nice silky feeling when you apply the product to the skin and hair. It leaves a thin film that protects the skin after evaporation.

Cyclopentasiloxane is chemically neutral, meaning it doesn’t react with other components.

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#1Caprylyl Methicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#2Algae/Seaweed/Kelp Extract (Species Unspecified)

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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#3Tocopheryl Acetate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Softening
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of Vitamine E. It’s used as an alternative to Tocopherol because it is more stable in the formulation. It has all the positive effects of Tocopherol plus better stability. It’s a brilliant component. It conditions and nourishes the skin helping it to resist aging. It also helps to protect the skin from the sun. High concentrations of Tocopheryl Acetate can lead to irritation and allergic reactions.

Position 4

#4Dimethicone

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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#4Retinol (Vitamin A)

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Nutrifying
Hair structure improvement
EWG Rating [ 9 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 5

#5Polysilicone-11

Origin: chemical
Role: Film former
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Palmitate)

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
Lightening
Nutrifying
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Ascorbyl Palmitate is a derivative of ascorbic and palmitic acids. It's a fat-soluble form of Vitamin C. It penetrates into the skin through cell membranes. Acts as an antioxidant. Due to its antioxidant properties, it is considered a rejuvenating vitamin. Controls the production of collagen in cells. Non-irritant at neutral pH.

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