Comparison between Murad Clarifying Oil-Free Water Gel vs. Paula's Choice Calm Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 7
Components only in Paula's Choice Calm Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer 24
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Triheptanoin, C13-16 Isoalkane⁠, Inulin and 19 more. Show all.
Uniqueness: 77.4%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Water
1
Water
2
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
2
Glycerin
3
Glycerin
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Hydroxyethyl Urea
4
Stearic Acid
5
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
5
Triheptanoin
6
Propanediol
6
C13-16 Isoalkane⁠
7
Polymethylsilsesquioxane/Silica Crosspolymer
7
Butylene Glycol
8
Dimethicone
8
Propanediol
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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Pore Shrinking, Softening, Soothing, Lightening, Lifting, Antiseptic, Regeneration, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss, Hair protection, Hair growth stimulating
Effects unique for Clarifying Oil-Free Water Gel:
Acne fighting, Anti-aging, Healing, Elasticity improvement, Rejuvenation, Protection, Tooth whitening, Hair follicle nutrition
Effects unique for Calm Rescue & Repair Weightless Moisturizer:
Nutrifying, Antifungal, Deodorant, Hair strengthening
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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
15 out of 56
27%
chemical
32 out of 56
57%
natural
10 out of 31
32%
chemical
17 out of 31
55%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Betaine#17Sodium Hyaluronate#20Butylene Glycol#361,2-Hexanediol#49
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water#2Salicylic Acid#11Algin#40
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Salicylic Acid#11Algin#40Citric Acid#51Limonene#52
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#7Allantoin#16
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Allantoin#16Stearic Acid#4Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#16Citric Acid#26

Detailed view

Murad Clarifying Oil-Free Water Gel vs. Paula's Choice Calm Rescue & Repair Weightless 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

#2Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin
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#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.

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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#3Caprylic/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 4

#4Hydroxyethyl Urea

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Stearic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

Position 5

#5Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Triheptanoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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