Comparison between SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator vs. SkinCeuticals Brightening UV Defense SPF 30

Find out which product is better for your skin.

45 Ingredients 34

1
Water
1
Water
2
Dimethicone
2
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
3
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
Cyclopentasiloxane
5
Butylene Glycol
5
Mexoryl Sx
6
Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone
6
Propylene Glycol
7
Polysilicone-11
7
Drometrizole Trisiloxane
8
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Alcohol Denatured
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Uniqueness36 out of 45
80.0%
Uniqueness25 out of 34
73.5%

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
10 out of 45
22%
chemical
28 out of 45
62%
natural
10 out of 34
29%
chemical
23 out of 34
68%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Butylene Glycol#5Sodium Hyaluronate#11
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Algin#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Algin#21Citric Acid#37
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 1
Glycerin#3Propylene Glycol#6Palmitic Acid#14Tocopherol#24Alcohol Denatured#8
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Stearic Acid#11Glyceryl Stearate SE#16
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Titanium Dioxide#10Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Extract#34

Detailed view

SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator vs. SkinCeuticals Brightening UV Defense SPF 30
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

#2Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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#2Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 3

#3Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Anticaking agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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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

#4Glycerin

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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#4Cyclopentasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Protection
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cyclopentasiloxane is a fluid silicone. It’s non-greasy and doesn’t have any scent or color. It evaporates pretty fast which makes this ingredient essential when it comes to making products that have to dry quickly. It also gives a nice silky feeling when you apply the product to the skin and hair. It leaves a thin film that protects the skin after evaporation.

Cyclopentasiloxane is chemically neutral, meaning it doesn’t react with other components.

Position 5

#5Butylene 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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#5Mexoryl Sx

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