Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream versus Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer .
Last updated on March 05, 2024. Published on April 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
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 harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
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Ingredient Info
Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream 40 ingredients
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream 40 ingredients
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream 40 ingredients
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Water • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Hydrogenated Lanolin • Squalane • Glycerin • Methyl Trimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Stearyl Alcohol • Peg-8 • Pentylene Glycol • Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride • Ceteth-20 • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Dimethicone • Betaine • Decyloxazolidinone • Phenoxyethanol • Cetyl Alcohol • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Parfum • Steareth-25 • Mangifera Indica Seed Butter • Steareth-21 • Tetrasodium EDTA • Tocopheryl Acetate • Carbomer • Xylitylglucoside • Sorbitol • Linalool • Anhydroxylitol • Sodium Hydroxide • Algin • Xylitol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Polyvinyl Alcohol • Cellulose Gum • Tocopherol • BHA
Water • Glycerin • Betaine • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cetearyl Alcohol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Polyacrylate Starch • Cetearyl Glucoside • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Sucrose Palmitate • Parfum • Sodium Hyaluronate • Boron Nitride • Hydroxyacetophenone • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glyceryl Linoleate • Disodium EDTA • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Kalanchoe Pinnata Leaf Extract • Marrubium Vulgare Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Propanediol • Pectin • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Phenethyl Alcohol • Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Maris Sal
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. 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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterBenefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinBenefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateBenefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.
Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineBenefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumBenefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateBenefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream 40 ingredients
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
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Benefit Cosmetics Total Moisture Facial Cream 40 ingredients
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