Comparison between SkinBetter Hydration Boosting Cream vs. Neostrata Bio-Hydrating Cream

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50 Ingredients 26

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Gluconolactone
3
Squalane
3
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
4
Jojoba Oil/​macadamia Seed Oil Esters
4
Propylene Glycol
5
Isosorbide Dicaprylate
5
Isododecane
6
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
6
PEG-40 Stearate
7
Niacinamide
7
Sorbitan Stearate
8
Ceramide Np
8
Isocetyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness47 out of 50
94.0%
Uniqueness23 out of 26
88.5%

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
13 out of 50
26%
chemical
21 out of 50
42%
natural
4 out of 26
15%
chemical
22 out of 26
85%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Sodium Hyaluronate#14Betaine#17Beta-Glucan#19Tocopherol#24
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Algin#41
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Algin#41Citric Acid#47Benzoic Acid#49
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#4Stearyl Alcohol#9Palmitic Acid#13Butylene Glycol#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Isocetyl Alcohol#8Stearic Acid#14Myristic Acid#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Isocetyl Alcohol#8

Detailed view

SkinBetter Hydration Boosting Cream vs. Neostrata Bio-Hydrating 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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#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.

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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#3C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antimicrobial agent, Emollient
Cleansing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is mostly used as formulation component. It gives the product a soft and silky but non-greasy feeling. As for the skin benefits, it's an emollient – it makes the skin softer and more hydrated. It also helps to kill bacteria and increase the product’s shelf life.

Position 4

#4Jojoba Oil/​macadamia Seed Oil Esters

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#4Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

Position 5

#5Isosorbide Dicaprylate

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Isododecane

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Isododecane is an emollient and a good base for colorants. Very often used in powders and shades because it spreads on the skin nicely. It also helps to soften the skin and helps to lower water loss making all the moisturizing components work better.

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