Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream versus Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream .
Published on April 23, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid 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 parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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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.
Ingredient Info
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream 32 ingredients
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream 41 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Sulfate
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream 32 ingredients
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream 41 ingredients
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Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream 32 ingredients
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream 41 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Decyl Oleate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Glycerin • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Pentylene Glycol • Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ceramide NP • Sodium Hyaluronate • Polygonum Bistorta Root Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Plankton Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Panthenol • C12-16 Alcohols • Palmitic Acid • Squalane • Xanthan Gum • Carbomer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Tocopherol • Teprenone • Sodium Hydroxide • Hexylene Glycol • Pantolactone • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid
Water • Decyl Oleate • Butylene Glycol • Steareth-2 • Octyldodecanol • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Steareth-21 • Sorbitol • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Brassica Campestris Sterols • Phenoxyethanol • Panthenol • Dimethicone • Beta Vulgaris Root Extract • Hydrolyzed Corn Starch • Tocopheryl Acetate • Carbomer • Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate • Limonene • Sodium Hydroxide • Parfum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Lactic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Alcohol • Phenethyl Alcohol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Linalool • Pantolactone • P-Anisic Acid • Citral • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Citric Acid • Maltodextrin • Ascorbic Acid • Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
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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 WaterDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 TriglycerideDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Decyl Oleate comes from decyl alcohol and oleic acid.
Decyl Oleate is an emollient. It helps moisturize the skin by creating a thin barrier on top to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Decyl OleateDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 ButterDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 GlycerinDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
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 AcetateDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 HyaluronateDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 13.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 HydroxideDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Pantolactone is a synthetically created humectant.
As a humectant, Pantolactone helps draw moisture to the skin. It can help add hydration to your skin.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 AcidDr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Babor Skinovage Moisturizing Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
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Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream 32 ingredients
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