Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer versus Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream .
Last updated on April 08, 2024. Published on April 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe day moisturizers. They have a total of 12 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, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
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Ingredient Info
Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream 41 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is 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 🎉
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 😥
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Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream 41 ingredients
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Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream 41 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Dimethicone • Niacinamide • Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil • Glucosamine Sulfate • Urea • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Symphytum Officinale Root Extract • Panthenol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Allantoin • Phenoxyethanol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Triethanolamine • Parfum • BHT • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Betaine • Propanediol • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides • Niacinamide • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Glycerin • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Cetearyl Glucoside • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Propylene Glycol • Dimethicone • Parfum • Steareth-21 • Caprylyl Glycol • Cellulose • Mica • CI 77891 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Potassium Sorbate • Polysorbate 60 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Eryngium Maritimum Extract • Marrubium Vulgare Extract • Dipsacus Sylvestris Extract • Phenethyl Alcohol • Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract • Sodium Citrate • Arbutus Unedo Fruit Extract • Tocopherol • Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Maris Sal • CI 17200
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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 WaterBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream 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 GlycerinBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 NiacinamideBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 AcetateBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 ParfumBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 EDTABiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateBiovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
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Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream 41 ingredients
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Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Day Glow Hydration Brightening Moisturizer 29 ingredients
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