Comparison between Neostrata Ultra Moisturizing Face Cream vs. ESPA TriActive Regenerating Moisture Complex

Find out which product is better for your skin.

30 Ingredients 49

1
Water
1
Water
2
Gluconolactone
2
Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
4
Isocetyl Stearate
4
Camaellia Kissi Seed Oil
5
Glyceryl Stearate SE
5
Glycerin
6
PEG-100 Stearate
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
7
Isododecane
7
Glyceryl Stearate SE
8
Triethanolamine
8
Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
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Uniqueness24 out of 30
80.0%
Uniqueness43 out of 49
87.8%

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
8 out of 30
27%
chemical
22 out of 30
73%
natural
28 out of 49
57%
chemical
16 out of 49
33%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Palmitic Acid#10Glycerin#14Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#21
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 5
Isocetyl Stearate#4Glyceryl Stearate SE#5Stearic Acid#11Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#21Myristic Acid#23
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#3Glycerin#5Tocopherol#31Beta Carotene#46
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 5
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#13Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#40Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#3Glyceryl Stearate SE#7Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil#14Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil#21Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil#27
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil#3Limonene#10Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#13Linalool#20Citral#44

Detailed view

Neostrata Ultra Moisturizing Face Cream vs. ESPA TriActive Regenerating Moisture Complex
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

#2Gluconolactone

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent
Antioxidants
Moisturizing
Acne fighting
Lifting
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Gluconolactone belongs to poly hydroxy acids (PHA). It’s very similar to AHAs chemically, that’s why it is usually presented as a «Next Generation AHA». It has all the benefits of AHA but it doesn’t irritate the skin. It’s a strong natural antioxidant which is as strong as Tocopherol or Ascorbic Acid.

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#2Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Antioxidants
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#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.

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#3Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Softening
Soothing
Hair strengthening
Hair growth stimulating
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Sweet Almond Oil is rich in Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and different minerals. It’s a very effective soothing component known from ancient times. It helps to protect the skin from the sun, make it softer and heal small wounds.

Position 4

#4Isocetyl Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
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#4Camaellia Kissi Seed Oil

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Glyceryl Stearate SE

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a nice moisturizing ingredient. It hydrates the upper layers of the skin and fills small wrinkles. In haircare products, it's used for making hair softer.

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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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