Comparison between Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Toner vs. CeraVe Hydrating Toner

Find out which product is better for your skin.

17 Ingredients 25

1
Water
1
Water
2
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
2
Propanediol
3
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Distillate
3
Glycerin
4
Potassium Alum
4
Butylene Glycol
5
Sodium PCA
5
PPG-6 Decyltetradeceth-30
6
Panthenol
6
PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
7
Dmdm Hydantion
7
PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
8
Polysorbate 80
8
Ceramide Np
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Uniqueness16 out of 17
94.1%
Uniqueness24 out of 25
96.0%

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
6 out of 17
35%
chemical
8 out of 17
47%
natural
6 out of 25
24%
chemical
14 out of 25
56%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Sodium PCA#5Panthenol#6Allantoin#9
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#9Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#9
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Butylene Glycol#4Sodium Hyaluronate#16Tocopherol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#22

Detailed view

Obagi Medical Nu-Derm Toner vs. CeraVe Hydrating Toner
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

#2Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice is a natural juice received from Aloe leaves. It has been used in cosmetics for hundreds of ages. Scientists have discovered that it contains more than 200 nutrients: minerals, amino acids, vitamins, and so on. It’s a good component for calming irritated skin. It also helps to heal wounds, helps the skin regenerate faster, improves collagen syncretization, tones up, and moisturizes the skin. It also provides a slight UV-filtering effect.
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#2Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 3

#3Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Distillate

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

#4Potassium Alum

Origin: chemical
Role: Astringent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
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#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.

Position 5

#5Sodium PCA

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Sodium PCA is a nice moisturizer and skin softener. It contains amino acids and Sodium Hyaluronate. It’s part of the Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) that is responsible for keeping the outer layer of the skin hydrated. If you don’t have enough NMF you can face dryness even if you don’t have other skin problems.

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#5PPG-6 Decyltetradeceth-30

Origin: No information
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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