Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bioderma Sébium Mat Control versus Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on November 16, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 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 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.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Ingredient Info
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser 34 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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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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
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser 34 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser 34 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 • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Stearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • C12-15 Alkyl Lactate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Extract • Cetyl Lactate • Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate • Salicylic Acid • Menthyl Lactate • Dimethicone • Cyclohexasiloxane • Cyclopentasiloxane • Sodium Isostearoyl Lactylate • Propylene Glycol Isostearate • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Carbomer • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Sodium Chloride • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Benzalkonium Chloride • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Ethylparaben • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Benzyl Alcohol
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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 Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 1.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser 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.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 18.
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.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 17.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideBioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 11.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 25.
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.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 27.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 26.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 ParfumBioderma Sébium Mat Control contains this as ingredient number 27.
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 33.
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Bioderma Sébium Mat Control 27 ingredients
Neutrogena Clear & Defend Oil-Free Moisturiser 34 ingredients
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