Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream Versus Beautycounter Mighty Plump Ceramide Water Cream
Updated on December 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, 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 harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream 32 ingredients
Beautycounter Mighty Plump Ceramide Water Cream 30 ingredients
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Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Face Cream 32 ingredients
Beautycounter Mighty Plump Ceramide Water Cream 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDecyl Oleate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract
Antioxidant
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Polygonum Bistorta Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Plankton Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Teprenone
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPantolactone
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
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
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventC12-16 Alcohols
EmollientArginine
Masking
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Extract
EmollientBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Batyl Alcohol
EmollientPhytic Acid
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Abies Balsamea Extract
Perfuming
Viola Odorata Leaf Extract
Masking3-Hexenol
Masking
Dimethylheptenal
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Coconut Alkanes, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, C12-16 Alcohols, Arginine, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Palmitic Acid, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Carbomer, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Batyl Alcohol, Phytic Acid, Tocopherol, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Abies Balsamea Extract, Viola Odorata Leaf Extract, 3-Hexenol, Dimethylheptenal, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
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 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 GlycolCeramide 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 NPSodium 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 HyaluronatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
We don't have a description for C12-16 Alcohols yet.
Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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 TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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