Comparison between Youth To The People Superfood Air-whip Moisture Cream (2023 Reformulation) vs. LANEIGE Water Bank Hydrating Gel

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38 Ingredients 51

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
3
Cyclopentasiloxane
4
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
4
Glycerin
5
Pentylene Glycol
5
Alcohol Denatured
6
Betaine
6
Cyclohexasiloxane
7
Squalane
7
Dimethicone
8
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil/​sunflower Seed Oil
8
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
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Uniqueness30 out of 38
78.9%
Uniqueness43 out of 51
84.3%

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
13 out of 38
34%
chemical
16 out of 38
42%
natural
12 out of 51
24%
chemical
35 out of 51
69%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Betaine#6Sodium Hyaluronate#22Panthenol#26Tocopherol#27
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#11
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#9Citric Acid#33Limonene#35
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#2Glycerin#4Sodium Hyaluronate#15Tocopherol#20Palmitic Acid#31Propylene Glycol#41Alcohol Denatured#5
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Glyceryl Stearate SE#22Stearic Acid#27
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Youth To The People Superfood Air-whip Moisture Cream (2023 Reformulation) vs. LANEIGE Water Bank Hydrating Gel
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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#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.

Position 3

#3Caprylic/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.

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#3Cyclopentasiloxane

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 4

#4Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#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.

Position 5

#5Pentylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Solvent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Pentylene Glycol is a great replacement for Propylene Glycol. It has very similar characteristics but it’s derived from plants (usually from corn). Natural cosmetics lovers will find this component very useful. It enhances the moisturizing effect of cosmetic products, improves the efficiency of preservatives and it’s an effective emulsifier. It’s approved by ECOCERT and COSMOS so it’s considered to be 100% safe and can be used in vegan products.

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#5Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

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