Comparison between Rovectin Barrier Repair Face & Body Cream vs. Rovectin Skin Essentials Barrier Repair Cream

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32 Ingredients 51

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Diheptyl Succinate
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
5
Panthenol
5
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
6
Palmitic Acid
6
Glycerin
7
Stearic Acid
7
Squalane
8
Hydrogenated Poly (C6-14 Olefin)
8
Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Uniqueness18 out of 32
56.3%
Uniqueness37 out of 51
72.5%

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
16 out of 32
50%
chemical
11 out of 32
34%
natural
24 out of 51
47%
chemical
20 out of 51
39%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#4Panthenol#5Palmitic Acid#61,2-Hexanediol#10Tocopherol#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Stearic Acid#7Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil#22
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 8Negative: 0
Glycerin#6Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#14Sodium Hyaluronate#16Tocopherol#22Beta Carotene#26Phospholipids#30Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil#331,2-Hexanediol#37
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Ethylhexyl Palmitate#4Glyceryl Stearate SE#8Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#14Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil#49
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Rovectin Barrier Repair Face & Body Cream vs. Rovectin Skin Essentials Barrier Repair 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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#2Diheptyl Succinate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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#3Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Shea Butter is a great natural moisturizer everybody knows about. And it’s popular for a reason. It contains 5 essential fatty acids (palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, and arachidonic), vitamins (A, D, E, F), and catechins, which are antioxidants. It moisturizes the skin and protects it from UV, cold, and other negative factors. It can be used on its own and will not harm your skin even in very high concentrations.

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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#4Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient
Softening
Hair conditioning
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 5

#5Panthenol

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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#5Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil is an ingredient known from ancient times. It’s the oil people receive from Sunflower Seeds and use for different purposes, including cooking. It contains a lot of Lenoic acid which moisturizes the skin, makes it softer, and reduces inflammation. The oil also works as an occlusive agent that forms a protective film and helps to keep skin hydrated.

As for haircare, it’s the second most popular basic oil used in haircare products. It helps to lower hair fragility and make hair softer.

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