Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Hydra-Plumping Serum Capsules Versus CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid
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, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Hydra-Plumping Serum Capsules 33 ingredients
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum 24 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Hydra-Plumping Serum Capsules 33 ingredients
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethiconol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingEthylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Lecithin
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Phytosterol
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tribehenin
Emollient
Zingiber Zerumbet Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer, Silica, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethiconol, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Lecithin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, PEG-10 Phytosterol, Pentylene Glycol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Phytosphingosine, Phytosterols, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tribehenin, Zingiber Zerumbet Extract, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Isopropyl Myristate, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeCeramide 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 NPPhytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin as a building block for ceramides.. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.
Phytosphingosine contributes to your skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF). The NMF is responsible for hydration, a strong barrier, and plasticity. Our NMF decreases with age. Increasing NMF leads to more healthy and hydrated skin.
Studies show products formulated with NMF ingredients help strengthen our skin's barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier reduces irritation and increases hydration. Our skin barrier is responsible for having plump and firm skin. It also helps protect our skin against infection, allergies, and inflammation.
Fun fact: Phytosphingosine is abundant in plants and fungi.
More ingredients that help boost collagen in skin:
Learn more about PhytosphingosineSodium 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.
Ingredient Ratings
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Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Hydra-Plumping Serum Capsules 33 ingredients
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum 24 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Hydra-Plumping Serum Capsules 33 ingredients
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum 24 ingredients
It kind of works???
I’ve been using this for a while now and it feels like it makes my skin hydrated and smoother but only for a bit
Not one of CeraVe's better products. I bought this (along with their eye cream) on vacation when I left all my skincare behind at an AirBnB (tragedy!) and didn't want to replace it all at inflated tourist-area prices. I used it for the two weeks I was on vacation and it did nothing - my face didn't feel particularly hydrated. There are better serums out there.
