Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer versus Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream .
Last updated on March 05, 2024. Published on April 12, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream 57 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 😥
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 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream 57 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream 57 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Betaine • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Cetearyl Alcohol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dimethicone • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Polyacrylate Starch • Cetearyl Glucoside • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Sucrose Palmitate • Parfum • Sodium Hyaluronate • Boron Nitride • Hydroxyacetophenone • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glyceryl Linoleate • Disodium EDTA • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Kalanchoe Pinnata Leaf Extract • Marrubium Vulgare Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Propanediol • Pectin • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Phenethyl Alcohol • Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Maris Sal
Water • Tribehenin Peg-20 Esters • Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate • Propanediol • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Behenate • Titanium Dioxide • Lecithin • Propylene Glycol • Alcohol • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Silybum Marianum Extract • Azelaic Acid • Boswellia Serrata Gum • Tranexamic Acid • Niacin • Cetylpyridinium Chloride • Panthenol • Cichorium Intybus Root Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Retinyl Palmitate • Retinal • Phytosphingosine Hcl • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil • Dipropylene Glycol • Mica • Triethanolamine • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Xanthan Gum • Tocopheryl Acetate • Acrylamide • Polysorbate 20 • Sodium Cholate • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Chloride • Laureth-7 • Tin Oxide • Tocopherol • Pantolactone • Hydrochloric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Sorbate • Parfum • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate • Citronellol • Benzyl Benzoate • Farnesol • Geraniol • 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 WaterClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 AlcoholClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing 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.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 ParfumClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 50.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 AcetateClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.
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.
Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
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 SorbateClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolClarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
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Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
Sesderma AZELAC Moisturizing Cream 57 ingredients
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Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Night Moisturizer 35 ingredients
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