Comparison between Nua Oil-free Gel Moisturizer vs. Deconstruct Oil-free Moisturizer For Oily Skin - 3% Nmf Complex + 0.2% Panthenol

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22 Ingredients 37

1
Water
1
Water
2
Niacinamide
2
Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Glycerin
4
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
4
Diheptyl Succinate
5
Heptyl Undecylenate
5
Triethanolamine
6
Phenoxyethanol
6
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
7
Lecithin
7
Sodium PCA
8
Vitamin B5 (Panthenol)
8
PCA
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Uniqueness18 out of 22
81.8%
Uniqueness33 out of 37
89.2%

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
4 out of 22
18%
chemical
12 out of 22
55%
natural
16 out of 37
43%
chemical
18 out of 37
49%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#13
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Sodium PCA#7Glycine#11Sodium Lactate#17Panthenol#18Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#23
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 3
Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract#2Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#22Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil#29Glyceryl Stearate SE#35Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate#37
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#20Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#23

Detailed view

Nua Oil-free Gel Moisturizer vs. Deconstruct Oil-free Moisturizer For Oily Skin - 3% Nmf Complex + 0.2% Panthenol
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

#2Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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#2Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Moisturizing
Healing
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract is used in medicine for hundreds of years. A small study shows that it can make skin firmer and more hydrated. There was also a slight improvement in elasticity of the skin. The component also heals wounds.

Position 3

#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.

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#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.

Position 4

#4Sodium Acrylates Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Film former, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Diheptyl Succinate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Heptyl Undecylenate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#5Triethanolamine

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 5 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Triethanolamine is a pH adjuster. It is a toxic component that can be absorbed by the skin and detected in blood later. It can be a dermal irritant. Though it's considered safe, you should think before using it in skincare. There are many products on the market without Triethanolamine.

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