Clemence & Vivien Contour Des Yeux Versus Oliveda F59 Hydroxytyrosol Corrective Serum Face
Updated on May 19, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Clemence & Vivien Contour Des Yeux 22 ingredients
Oliveda F59 Hydroxytyrosol Corrective Serum Face 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Clemence & Vivien Contour Des Yeux 22 ingredients
Oliveda F59 Hydroxytyrosol Corrective Serum Face 19 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentaurea Cyanus Flower Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Heptyl Glucoside
Erythritol
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Salicylate
Preservative
Lecithin
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Water, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Caffeine, Heptyl Glucoside, Erythritol, Sodium Citrate, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Salicylate, Lecithin, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Dehydroacetic Acid
Olea Europaea Leaf Cell Extract
Skin ProtectingWater
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingHydroxytyrosol
Bleaching
Bisabolol
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Aroma
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Olea Europaea Leaf Cell Extract, Water, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Acacia Senegal Gum, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Hydroxytyrosol, Bisabolol, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Aroma, Potassium Sorbate, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of 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.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolSodium 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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