Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Darphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer versus Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer .
Published on September 14, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 21 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Darphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer 60 ingredients
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer 57 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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 😥
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Darphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer 60 ingredients
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer 57 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Darphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer 60 ingredients
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer 57 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Propanediol • Glyceryl Oleate Citrate • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • C9-12 Alkane • Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Resveratrol • Panthenol • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract • Caffeine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Salicylic Acid • Gelidiella Acerosa Extract • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract • Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Lactobacillus Ferment • Quercus Suber Bark Extract • Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract • Oak Root Extract • Acetyl Glucosamine • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Propylene Glycol Dicaprate • Hypnea Musciformis Extract • Cholesterol • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Propylene Glycol Caprylate • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Squalane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Chamomilla Recutita Extract • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Sodium Lactate • Alteromonas Ferment Extract • Sodium PCA • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Xanthan Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Parfum • Tetrasodium EDTA • BHT • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • CI 14700
Water • Butylene Glycol • Octyldodecyl Myristate • Dimethicone • Di-C12-15 Alkyl Fumarate • Isopropyl Isostearate • Glyceryl Stearate • Diisostearyl Malate • Peg-100 Stearate • Peg-8 • Glycerin • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Tribehenin • Cetyl Alcohol • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Sucrose • Caffeine • Tocopheryl Acetate • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Saccharomyces Lysate Extract • Algae Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Yeast Extract • Molasses Extract • Salicylic Acid • Cholesterol • Propylene Glycol Dicaprate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Glucoside • Xanthan Gum • Potassium Hydroxide • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium Phosphate • Sodium Phosphate • Citric Acid • Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol • Sorbitan Oleate • Polysilicone-11 • Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride • Hexylene Glycol • Polysorbate 80 • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Isohexadecane • Disodium EDTA • BHT • Chlorphenesin • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate
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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 WaterDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 AcetateDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 11.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 CaffeineDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 HyaluronateDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract comes from sunflower seeds.
Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E. Studies show sunflowers contain antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed ExtractDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
Acetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is a form of Vitamin C.
Acetyl Glucosamine helps the skin produce hyaluronic acid and boost hydration.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radicals, molecules that may damage skin cells.
When paired with niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine has been shown to be effective at reducing discoloration.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Acetyl GlucosamineDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate is an emollient and emulsifier. It is created from a mixture of fatty acids.
Darphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 35.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 32.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 31.
We don't have a description for Hordeum Vulgare Extract.
Darphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 44.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract comes from the cucumber. Cucumis Sativus is native to South Asia and can now be found on every continent.
Cucumbers are mostly made up of water (95%), and the other 5% is composed of: vitamin C, caffeic acid, fatty acids, amino acids, and other minerals.
Cucumbers have anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties.
Vitamin C and Caffeic acid are potent antioxidants that may help with anti-aging. Antioxidants help neutralize free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage our skin cells and DNA.
Cucumbers contain shikimate dehydrigenase, an enzyme shown to help reduce inflammation and soothe the skin. The amino acids help nourish our skin's natural acid mantle. Our acid mantle is formed from the mixing of sebum and sweat. This slightly acidic film acts as a barrier to protect us from bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants.
Unless you have an allergy to cucumbers, it is generally a non-irritating ingredient.
Learn more about Cucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 49.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 22.
Xanthan 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 GumDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 51.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 36.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 52.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 49.
Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.
As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.
Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 53.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 46.
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 Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 56.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 53.
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 SorbateDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 57.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 57.
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 BenzoateDarphin Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 58.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 56.
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 Intral Active Stabilizing Lotion Face Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 59.
Clinique Even Better Clinical Brightening Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 55.
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Piling
I've tried it multiple times with different combinations of my skin care products, i've even tried it with nothing else on and there's...
Piling
I've tried it multiple times with different combinations of my skin care products, i've even tried it with nothing else on and there's always piling i'm not sure why. It also doesnt feel very moisturizing.
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