Comparison between Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer vs. Indie Lee Brightening Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

32 Ingredients 25

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Saccharide Isomerate
3
Propanediol
4
Propanediol
4
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oil
5
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/​vp Copolymer
5
C15-19 Alkane
6
Phenoxyethanol
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
7
Polyamide-5
7
Squalane (Olive)
8
Dimethicone
8
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
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Uniqueness24 out of 32
75.0%
Uniqueness17 out of 25
68.0%

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
12 out of 32
38%
chemical
15 out of 32
47%
natural
10 out of 25
40%
chemical
11 out of 25
44%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Tocopherol#21Sodium Hyaluronate#23Panthenol#27
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#31Glyceryl Stearate SE#15
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#30
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#11Tocopherol#18
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#14Citric Acid#25

Detailed view

Trader Joe's Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer vs. Indie Lee Brightening 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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#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

Position 3

#3Saccharide Isomerate

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 4

#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#4Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oil

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
Moisturizing
Softening
Nutrifying
Protection
Hair conditioning
Hair follicle nutrition
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oil is a very nice conditioner. It contains Linoleic acid and Vitamin E, and your skin will accept this component with great pleasure. It’s a lightweight oil that doesn’t leave heavy feeling. It’s a good moisturizer for dry or acne-prone skin. It lowers irritation and inflammation. It is accepted by any type of skin, even by sensitive.
Position 5

#5Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/​vp Copolymer

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#5C15-19 Alkane

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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