Comparison between Naturopathica Argan & Peptide Water Cream vs. BareMinerals Ageless PhytoRetinol Face Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

48 Ingredients 36

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Squalane
3
Squalane
3
Butylene Glycol
4
Cocoglycerides
4
Octyldodecanol
5
Methylheptyl Isostearate
5
Glycerin
6
C10-18 Triglycerides
6
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
7
Glyceryl Stearate SE
7
C10-18 Triglycerides
8
Candelilla/​jojoba/​rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
8
Cetearyl Olivate
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Uniqueness38 out of 48
79.2%
Uniqueness26 out of 36
72.2%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
17 out of 48
35%
chemical
17 out of 48
35%
natural
9 out of 36
25%
chemical
25 out of 36
69%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 1
Glycerin#2Tocopherol#91,2-Hexanediol#16Alcohol Denatured#43
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Citric Acid#31Limonene#47Linalool#48
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#5Tocopherol#14Sodium Hyaluronate#19Sodium Lactate#31
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil#9Sorbitan Oleate#24
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Limonene#33Linalool#34

Detailed view

Naturopathica Argan & Peptide Water Cream vs. BareMinerals Ageless PhytoRetinol Face Cream
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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#2Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

Position 3

#3Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

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#3Butylene 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.

Position 4

#4Cocoglycerides

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#4Octyldodecanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Moisturizing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Methylheptyl Isostearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Glycerin

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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