Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift Versus Dr. Barbara Sturm Night Serum
Updated on October 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols
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Ingredient Info
Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift 27 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm Night Serum 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Clarins V Shaping Facial Lift 27 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm Night Serum 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Escin
TonicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Zingiber Zerumbet Extract
Skin ConditioningPhospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Agropyron Repens Root Extract
MaskingEthylene Brassylate
MaskingPaullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caffeine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Escin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zingiber Zerumbet Extract, Phospholipids, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Agropyron Repens Root Extract, Ethylene Brassylate, Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract
Antioxidant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Magnesium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningOnopordum Acanthium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCassia Alata Leaf Extract
AstringentLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Phragmites Karka Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Extract
Skin ConditioningPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract, Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Magnesium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Onopordum Acanthium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phragmites Karka Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Plankton Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 GlycerinSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium 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 HyaluronateWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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