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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream versus Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream .

Last updated on September 19, 2023. Published on February 21, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and peptides

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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General Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea
Night Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Night Moisturizer

Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.

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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
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (6)

Benefits

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

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterGlycerinDipropylene GlycolCetearyl AlcoholHydrogenated PolybuteneHydrogenated PolydeceneCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideCyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone1,2-HexanediolVegetable OilBetaineGlyceryl Stearate SeCetearyl OlivateCyclohexasiloxaneSorbitan OlivateC12-16 AlcoholsCetearyl GlucosideHydrogenated LecithinDimethiconol SqualaneButylene GlycolLaminaria Japonica ExtractEclipta Prostrata Leaf ExtractPalmitic AcidHydrogenated PolyisobuteneCeramide NPPanthenolC12-15 Alkyl BenzoateArgania Spinosa Kernel OilIsononyl IsononanoatePolyglyceryl-10 StearatePelargonium Graveolens Flower OilSodium HyaluronateButyrospermum Parkii ButterPolyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateStearic AcidFructooligosaccharidesPolyquaternium-51Beta-GlucanMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractDisodium EDTAMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractAmaranthus Caudatus Seed ExtractUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractCarnosineMicrocrystalline CelluloseCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractInulin Lauryl CarbamateHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidGlucoseGlyceryl StearatePeg-100 StearateCentella Asiatica ExtractFicus Carica Fruit ExtractHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerAloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractSolanum Melongena Fruit ExtractCellulose GumDisodium Stearoyl GlutamateOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractGuaiazulenePolysorbate 60Corallina Officinalis ExtractCurcuma Longa Root ExtractPhenoxyethanolSorbitan IsostearateEthylhexylglycerinBeta Vulgaris Root ExtractChamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf ExtractOligopeptide-1

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Ingredients Explained

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

1
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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Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

3
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.

Learn more about Glycerin

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

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

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 Hyaluronate

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.

5
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.

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Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

6
What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 54.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.

Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.

While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.

Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

8
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.

Argan Oil is an antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing ingredient.

Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.

Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.

Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.

Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.

Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.

Argan Trees are native to Morocco.

Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 52.

10
What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Stearic Acid

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.

12
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.

Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.

In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.

Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.

Learn more about Polysorbate 60

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 63.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Perfuming
Community Rating: Liked

Guaiazulene is a fragrance.

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 62.

14
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.

Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

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21% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet
49% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
3% have no rating yet

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Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream 39 ingredients

4.9 /5
from 11 ratings
Absorbs Well (3) Hydrating (3) Works Well (3) No Scent (2) Expensive (1)
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AnaG

17 days ago · Dry Skin
Review

Great calming and hidrating cream. Cute blue color Thad doesn't tint the skin. Perfect for dry and or sensitive skin

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nuriarobert_426

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Doesn't irritate, soothes, feeds but doesn't make greasy

Dr. Althea Azulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream 71 ingredients

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