Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bioderma Sébium Mat Control versus Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on June 08, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
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Ingredient Info
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 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 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Cyclopentasiloxane • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Cyclohexasiloxane • Dipropylene Glycol • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Chloride • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Zinc Gluconate • Disodium EDTA • Salicylic Acid • Mannitol • Xylitol • Rhamnose • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Hydroxide • Dodecyl Gallate • Pyridoxine Hcl • Fomes Officinalis Extract • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum
Water • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Dipropylene Glycol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Fomes Officinalis Extract • Sodium Polyacrylate • Paraffinum Liquidum • Silica • Pentylene Glycol • Trideceth-6 • 1,2-Hexanediol • C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Lauryl Peg/Ppg-18/18 Methicone • Disodium EDTA • Salicylic Acid • Xylitol • Propylene Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Fructooligosaccharides • Mannitol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Dodecyl Gallate • Rhamnose • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Citric Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 1.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 3.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 4.
We don't have a description for Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 4.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cyclohexasiloxane is a type of silicone more commonly known as D6. It is an emollient and solvent.
Cyclohexasiloxane is used to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. When applied to the skin, Cyclohexasiloxane evaporates and leaves behind a silky feel.
As an emollient, it can help the skin feel soft and hydrated. It is also used to reduce frizz in hair products.
Learn more about CyclohexasiloxaneBioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 5.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolBioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 6.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 10.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 13.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 15.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidBioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 16.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 17.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 18.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Rhamnose.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 19.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 30.
Sodium 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 HydroxideBioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 21.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Dodecyl Gallate is an antioxidant.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 22.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 29.
We don't have a description for Fomes Officinalis Extract.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 24.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 9.
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Bioderma Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
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