Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum versus Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer .
Last updated on March 21, 2024. Published on April 14, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum 23 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer 29 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 🎉
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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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Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum 23 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum 23 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Xylitol • Sodium Polyacrylate • Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Trideceth-6 • Disodium EDTA • Niacinamide • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Fructooligosaccharides • Mannitol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hexyldecanol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Rhamnose • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Pyrus Malus Seed Extract • Brassica Campestris Sterols • Tocopherol • Chlorphenesin • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum
Water • Glycerin • Isododecane • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dipropylene Glycol • Niacinamide • Squalane • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • C14-22 Alcohols • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Carbomer • Pentylene Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Steareth-21 • Disodium EDTA • Salicylic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Mannitol • Xylitol • Hexyldecanol • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Rhamnose • Malachite Extract • Pyrus Malus Seed Extract • Brassica Campestris Sterols • Tocopherol
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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 WaterBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream 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 GlycerinBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Xylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about XylitolBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 EDTABioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.
Mannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.
When found in aqueous solutions, mannitol tends to become acidic. This is because it loses a hydrogen ion. This is why mannitol can often be found with pH adjusting ingredients, such as sodium bicarbonate.
Fun fact: Mannitol can be found in foods as a sweetener. It can be naturally found in mushrooms, algae, fruits, and veggies.
Learn more about MannitolBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Hexyldecanol.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
We don't have a description for Rhamnose.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 25.
We don't have a description for Pyrus Malus Seed Extract.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Brassica Campestris Sterols isn't fungal acne safe.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolBioderma Hydrabio Sérum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum 23 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer 29 ingredients
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Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum 23 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer 29 ingredients
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Bioderma Hydrabio Sérum 23 ingredients
chlolands
amethysta
Lightweight gel moisturizer
I have been using this product for more than 8 years,at the recommendation of a pharmacist.
It has went through some...
Lightweight gel moisturizer
I have been using this product for more than 8 years,at the recommendation of a pharmacist.
It has went through some reformulations throughout the years as it did not contain Tocopherol/Rapeseed sterols before.
It's a very lightweight gel that absorbs quickly into the skin and leaves a semimatte finish.
I would recommend to apply this on a damp face. I think those with oily skin will like this, for dehydrated skin this product alone is not enough on its own but does very well on top of a hydrating toner.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream Moisturizer 29 ingredients
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