Cream Co. Moisturizer Versus Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner
Updated on February 04, 2025
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 fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cream Co. Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 33 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Cream Co. Moisturizer 33 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Bellis Perennis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Lecithin
Emollient
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Erythritol
Humectant
Carrageenan
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Bellis Perennis Flower Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Niacinamide, Lecithin, Saccharide Isomerate, Pisum Sativum Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Erythritol, Carrageenan, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Fomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-6
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientLauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Xylitol
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Mannitol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dodecyl Gallate
Antioxidant
Rhamnose
HumectantLaminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Water, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Fomes Officinalis Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Silica, Pentylene Glycol, Trideceth-6, 1,2-Hexanediol, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, Disodium EDTA, Salicylic Acid, Xylitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Fructooligosaccharides, Mannitol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Dodecyl Gallate, Rhamnose, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Citric Acid, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
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 TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycolSodium 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 HydroxideWater. 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!
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