Base Rich Moisture & Youthful Firming Serum Versus Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift
Updated on October 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Base Rich Moisture & Youthful Firming Serum 22 ingredients
Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift 27 ingredients
About this product
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Base Rich Moisture & Youthful Firming Serum 22 ingredients
Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAstaxanthin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningHaematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Astaxanthin, Water, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Maltodextrin, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCaffeine
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Escin
TonicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Zingiber Zerumbet Extract
Skin ConditioningPhospholipids
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Agropyron Repens Root Extract
MaskingEthylene Brassylate
MaskingPaullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caffeine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Escin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zingiber Zerumbet Extract, Phospholipids, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Agropyron Repens Root Extract, Ethylene Brassylate, Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is is derived from colloidal oatmeal. Besides being a healthy breakfast, oats have many benefits in skincare too.
This ingredient helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin. The starches in colloidal oatmeal are able to bind water, keeping the skin hydrated.
The cellulose and fiber in colloidal oatmeal help reduce inflammation. This can also help the skin feel softer.
Colloidal Oatmeal is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect our skin from free-radical damage.
Oatmeal also contains beneficial compounds:
This ingredient is created by mixing grounded oatmeal and a liquid base.
Learn more about Avena Sativa Kernel ExtractWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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Base Rich Moisture & Youthful Firming Serum 22 ingredients
Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift 27 ingredients
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Base Rich Moisture & Youthful Firming Serum 22 ingredients
Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift 27 ingredients
Keeps my faces contoured. There is a significant difference when I use it esp my jawline
