Comparison between SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator vs. SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture

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45 Ingredients 52

1
Water
1
Water
2
Dimethicone
2
Glycerin
3
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
3
Cetyl Palmitate
4
Glycerin
4
Stearic Acid
5
Butylene Glycol
5
Butylene Glycol
6
Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone
6
Palmitic Acid
7
Polysilicone-11
7
Tocopherol
8
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Dimethicone
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Uniqueness34 out of 45
75.6%
Uniqueness41 out of 52
78.8%

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
15 out of 52
29%
chemical
24 out of 52
46%

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: 10Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#5Palmitic Acid#6Tocopherol#7Sodium Hyaluronate#15Allantoin#21Panthenol#22Propylene Glycol#27Betaine#31Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A Palmitate)#40
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#21Stearic Acid#4Glyceryl Stearate SE#10Myristic Acid#30
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#21Citric Acid#49

Detailed view

SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator vs. SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture
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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#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.

Position 3

#3Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Anticaking agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Cetyl Palmitate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Softening
Soothing
Healing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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#4Stearic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

Position 5
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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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