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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum versus Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum .

Published on August 21, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 24 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid, peptides and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens and fragrances

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Serum French Brand France
Serum American Brand United States

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E (2)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Triglyceride

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.

Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.

Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.

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Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Pentylene 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 help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

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.

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Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Tonic

We don't have a description for Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Rice Extract.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Laminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.

Many studies show the antioxidant components of Laminaria Digitata to help with anti-inflammation.

Laminaria Digitata contains amino acids, proteins, sugars, and vitamins. Small amounts of minerals such as phosphorous, iron, potassium, and copper are also found the seaweed. These components help hydrate and nourish your skin's natural barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more youthful looking skin and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Laminaria Digitata is found in the northern Atlantic Ocean.

Learn more about Laminaria Digitata Extract

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

Learn more about Tocopherol

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Saccharomyces Lysate Extract is from the yeast Saccharomyces. This ingredient is created from the cell walls of Saccharomyces.

As a humectant, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

Saccharomyces is also known as brewer's yeast and was traditionally used to make beer.

Learn more about Saccharomyces Lysate Extract

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.

Argireline has a similar function to botox. It prevents muscle movement and contractions. By preventing muscles from moving, Argireline also prohibits the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. However, research is lacking in proving this ingredient to be as effective as botox.

Argireline tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.

Read more about other common types of peptides here:

Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Astringent, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.

Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.

While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.

Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.

Learn more about Caffeine

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium 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 Hydroxide

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Acid

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Parfum

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 47.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

BHT also helps stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Many products are sensitive to air and light. BHT prevents them from breaking down when exposed.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 52.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 53.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 39.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Sorbate

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 54.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium 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.

Sodium Benzoate 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 Benzoate

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 55.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

Learn more about Chlorphenesin

Darphin Éclat Sublime Dual Rejuvenating Micro-Serum contains this as ingredient number 56.

Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.

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19% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
28% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet

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