Mamaearth Vitamin C Ultra Light Gel Oil-Free Moisturizer with Vitamin C and Aloe Vera Water for Glowing Hydration vs SkinCeuticals Phyto A+ Brightening

Mamaearth

SkinCeuticals

A face moisturizer built around Niacinamide and Vitamin C derivative, for barrier repair and hydration.

A face moisturizer built around Azelaic acid and Niacinamide, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Face moisturizer

16 ingredients

37 ingredients

Brand price

INR 349.00 · checked 6 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 115.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

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At a Glance

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Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Ascorbyl Glucoside

Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 60

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Niacinamide
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Smoothing3
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Niacinamide

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Parfum
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Parfum

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Hydroxide (in both products)
Buffering
0 / —
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion Stabilising
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (in both products)
Emollient
1 / 2
- May Worsen Irritation
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate (in both products)
Preservative

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Isononyl Isononanoate
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
- Azelaic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Redness Reducing
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Squalane
Emollient
1 / 0
- Face oil
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- May Worsen Oily Skin
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
- Alpha arbutin
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion Stabilising
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (in both products)
Emollient
1 / 2
- May Worsen Irritation

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Viscosity Controlling
Propene, 2-methyl-, homopolymer
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Potassium Sorbate
Fragrance, Preservative
Potassium Sorbate is the organic salt that conforms generally to the formula:
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Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
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Parfum
Fragrance, Perfuming
Parfum is a fragrance.
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