Comparison between Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisture Gel vs. Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Ellana Stay Fresh Moisturizer

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43 Ingredients 19

1
Water
1
Water
2
Butylene Glycol
2
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
3
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
3
Isohexadecane
4
Dimethicone
4
Polysorbate-60
5
Glycerin
5
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
6
Propylene Glycol
6
Squalane
7
1,2-Hexanediol
7
Panthenol
8
Hydroxyacetophenone
8
Glycerin
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Uniqueness35 out of 43
81.4%
Uniqueness11 out of 19
57.9%

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
14 out of 43
33%
chemical
21 out of 43
49%
natural
7 out of 19
37%
chemical
12 out of 19
63%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#5Propylene Glycol#61,2-Hexanediol#7Panthenol#12Allantoin#15Sodium Hyaluronate#25
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Allantoin#15Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract#29
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#15
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Panthenol#7Glycerin#8Butylene Glycol#12
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#14
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#17

Detailed view

Skintific 5x Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisture Gel vs. Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Ellana Stay Fresh 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

#2Butylene 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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#2Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#3Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Isohexadecane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Solvent
Softening
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#4Dimethicone

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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#4Polysorbate-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.

Position 5

#5Glycerin

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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#5Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Anticaking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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