Comparison between Mary Kay Clear Proof Oil-free Moisturizer vs. Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer

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17 Ingredients 24

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
3
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
3
Cetearyl Alcohol
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Bis-Phenylpropyl Dimethicone
5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
PPG-10 Cetyl Ether
6
Glyceryl Stearate SE
6
Methyl Gluceth-20
7
Dimethicone
7
Dimethicone
8
Isostearyl Alcohol
8
Arachidyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness14 out of 17
82.4%
Uniqueness21 out of 24
87.5%

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
7 out of 17
41%
chemical
8 out of 17
47%
natural
9 out of 24
38%
chemical
14 out of 24
58%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#4Betaine#10
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Glyceryl Stearate SE#6Stearic Acid#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract#11Glycerin#12
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#18
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Salicylic Acid#18Citric Acid#23

Detailed view

Mary Kay Clear Proof Oil-free Moisturizer vs. Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily 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

#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.

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#2C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient
Cleansing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is mostly used as formulation component. It gives the product a soft and silky but non-greasy feeling. As for the skin benefits, it's an emollient – it makes the skin softer and more hydrated. It also helps to kill bacteria and increase the product’s shelf life.

Position 3

#3Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

Position 4

#4Butylene 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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#4Bis-Phenylpropyl Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Caprylic/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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#5PPG-10 Cetyl Ether

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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