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“The COSRX Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer delivers deep, lasting hydration while soothing and strengthening sensitive or compromised skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, panthenol, phytosphingosine
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Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineA non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidUsed to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateA type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide nsOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide asAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidA type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopWater, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Squalane, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Behenyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Betaine, Hydroxypropyl bispalmitamide mea, C14-22 alcohols, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Hydroxypropyl bislauramide mea, Arachidyl alcohol, Cholesterol, Polyacrylate-13, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Allantoin, Arachidyl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Hydrogenated lecithin, Dimethiconol, Cetearyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sorbitan isostearate, Phytosphingosine, Panthenol, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Ceramide np, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide ns, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Ceramide ap, Ceramide as, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Ceramide eop
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| COSRXCeramide Skin Barrier MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | VT CosmeticsVT PDRN Cream 100 | celimaxDual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream 50ml | GoodalHouttuynia Cordata Hyaluron Soothing Cream 75ml | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 63% | 62% |
| Price | $23.00 | $17.98−$5.02 | $14.71−$8.29 | $24.54+$1.54 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 16 of 20 | 11 of 20 | 14 of 20 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Sunflower Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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