Comparison between SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator vs. SkinMedica Ultra Sheer Moisturizer

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45 Ingredients 19

1
Water
1
Water
2
Dimethicone
2
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
3
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
3
Sorbitan Stearate
4
Glycerin
4
Methyl Gluceth-20
5
Butylene Glycol
5
Polysorbate-60
6
Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone
6
Dimethicone
7
Polysilicone-11
7
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
8
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
8
Tocopherol
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Uniqueness36 out of 45
80.0%
Uniqueness10 out of 19
52.6%

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
3 out of 19
16%
chemical
15 out of 19
79%

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: 3Negative: 0
Tocopherol#8Panthenol#10Sodium Hyaluronate#11
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator vs. SkinMedica Ultra Sheer Moisturizer
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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#2Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 3

#3Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Anticaking agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Sorbitan Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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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#4Methyl Gluceth-20

Origin: natural
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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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#5Polysorbate-60

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Soothing
Antiseptic
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Polysorbate-60 is an emulsifier, foam stabilizer, and surfactant. It’s considered to be safe but if the product contains PEG ingredients, Polysorbate may produce 1,4-Dioxane which can be harmful to your health.

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