Comparison between Purito B5 Panthenol Re-barrier Cream vs. Mustela Vitamin Barrier Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

22 Ingredients 20

1
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
1
Water
2
Panthenol
2
Zinc Oxide
3
Squalane
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
5
Water
5
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
6
1,2-Hexanediol
6
Glycerin
7
Niacinamide
7
Cera Alba (Beeswax)
8
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
8
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Uniqueness21 out of 22
95.5%
Uniqueness19 out of 20
95.0%

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
4 out of 22
18%
chemical
16 out of 22
73%
natural
10 out of 20
50%
chemical
8 out of 20
40%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Panthenol#2Butylene Glycol#41,2-Hexanediol#6Sodium Hyaluronate#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#6Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#8
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Zinc Oxide#2Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#8Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Zinc Oxide#2

Detailed view

Purito B5 Panthenol Re-barrier Cream vs. Mustela Vitamin Barrier Cream
Position 1

#1Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#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

#2Panthenol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Panthenol is a proud member of a league of the best-performing components. It's a stable form of Vitamin B5 and is also known as Pro-Vitamin B5. It’s a very good and effective component for hydration, healing, and soothing irritated skin. It works so soft and gentle that it’s even recommended for people with skin problems like eczema.

In haircare products it’s used for protecting the fiber. It’s researched very well and doesn’t have any negative side effects.

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#2Zinc Oxide

Origin: natural
Role: Bulking agent, Colorant
UV Protection
Antiseptic
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Zinc Oxide is a great physical sunscreen, meaning it deflects the UV rays. It’s the only natural mineral sun protector recommended by the FDA for babies. It’s good for sensitive skin because it’s less irritating than chemical sunscreens.

It has very nice spectrum protection. It helps to protect from UVA I, UVA II, and UVB and nowadays it’s the broadest range of sunscreen used in cosmetics. In other words, it’s brilliant in its league.

The negative side is that it can feel heavy on the skin. It can leave a slight whitish tint on the surface of the skin and some people may not like this. Keep in mind that it’s relatively easy to wash off, so it’s better to use water-resistant sunscreens if you are swimming.

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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#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

#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.

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#4Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 5

#5Water

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.

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#5Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate

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