Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream versus Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on March 03, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin
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They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
Facial Treatment
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Ingredient Info
Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream 22 ingredients
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream 20 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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
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Reef Safe
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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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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
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 Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream 22 ingredients
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream 20 ingredients
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Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream 22 ingredients
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream 20 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Isohexadecane • Glycol Palmitate • Caprylic Acid • Triceteareth-4 Phosphate • Fructooligosaccharides • Mannitol • Xylitol • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Rhamnose • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Glycol Stearate • Peg-2 Stearate • Pentylene Glycol • Acrylates Copolymer • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Hydroxide
Rosa Damascena Flower Water • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Propylene Glycol • Caprylic Acid • Dimethicone • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Piroctone Olamine • Glyceryl Undecylenate • Climbazole • Mannitol • Xylitol • Rhamnose • Fructooligosaccharides • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Cetyl Alcohol • Carbomer • Sclerotium Gum • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients Explained
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Caprylic Acid is a fatty acid commonly found in plant oils, such as palm and coconut oils.
Much of the research is based on caprylic acid derived from coconut oil. Coconut oil is an emollient and helps moisturize the skin.
Caprylic Acid has antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Several studies found it to be effective at treating yeast infections. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. Besides cosmetics, this ingredient is also used for a variety of medical purposes such as treating digestive disorders.
This ingredient is minimally soluble in water.
Read more about a similar ingredient Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
Learn more about Caprylic AcidBioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Fructooligosaccharides is an alternative sweetener. It is often derived from the blue agave plant.
Fructooligosaccharides is a prebiotic and helps to hydrate the skin. Emerging studies are also showing fructooligosaccharides to have antioxidant properties.
As a humectant, Fructooligosaccharides helps draw moisture to the skin, helping to hydrate the skin.
Bananas, onions, garlic, asparagus, jícama, and leeks also contain fructooligosaccharides.
Learn more about FructooligosaccharidesBioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for Glycyrrhetinic Acid.
Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Rhamnose.
Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract is a type of kelp. It helps sooth and hydrate the skin. By nourishing the skin's barrier, it may also help relieve irritation.
Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract contains both lipids and antioxidants. The lipids nourish the skin's barrier. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
This ingredient is good for soothing sensitive skin.
Many different types of algae have different benefits.
Learn more about Laminaria Ochroleuca ExtractBioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream 22 ingredients
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream 20 ingredients
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Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream 22 ingredients
Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cream - Soothing Purifying Cream 20 ingredients
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Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Light Soothing Cream 22 ingredients
evaaarts
Great moisturizer for sensitive skin
One of the few moisturizers that do not hurt my skin, or make me break out. It's fairly basic, but that's...
Great moisturizer for sensitive skin
One of the few moisturizers that do not hurt my skin, or make me break out. It's fairly basic, but that's exactly what my skin needs/wants most of the time. Unfortunately bioderma discontinued this product, and replaced it with the 'defensieve' line. I have not tried that one yet, since it contains a few more actives, which is precisely not what I want... If anyone has a dupe, or a product similar to this one (basic moisturizer) let me know!
