La Mer Crème De La Mer Moisturizer Versus Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Diamond Sculpted Transformation Creme
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Algae Extract
Emollient
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Lanolin Alcohol
Emollient
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
Cleansing
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningMedicago Sativa Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seedcake
Abrasive
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
Abrasive
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningPotassium Gluconate
Skin ProtectingCopper Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantMagnesium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Paraffin
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Succinate
Antioxidant
Niacin
Smoothing
Water
Skin ConditioningBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDecyl Oleate
Emollient
Aluminum Distearate
Emulsion StabilisingOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Algae Extract, Paraffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Microcrystalline Wax, Lanolin Alcohol, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder, Medicago Sativa Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal, Sodium Gluconate, Potassium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Magnesium Sulfate, Paraffin, Tocopheryl Succinate, Niacin, Water, Beta-Carotene, Decyl Oleate, Aluminum Distearate, Octyldodecanol, Citric Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Magnesium Stearate, Panthenol, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Sodium Benzoate, Alcohol Denat., Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Algae Extract
Emollient
Tuber Melanosporum Extract
HumectantAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Prunus Persica Flower Extract
MoisturisingLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract
Astringent
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
Skin ConditioningSigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningGold
Cosmetic ColorantPearl Powder
Squalane
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningCoffea Arabica Seed Oil
Masking
Cordyceps Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hordeum Distichon Extract
Skin ProtectingPhoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract
EmollientYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Emollient
Fuscoporia Obliqua Sclerotium Extract
Skin ConditioningBoswellia Serrata Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Artemia Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCellulose
AbsorbentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientAminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Lecithin
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLaureth-8
EmulsifyingPEG-100 Stearate
Parfum
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Cetyl Alcohol, Algae Extract, Tuber Melanosporum Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hyaluronate, Prunus Persica Flower Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract, Gold, Pearl Powder, Squalane, Caffeine, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Rice Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Coffea Arabica Seed Oil, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Hordeum Distichon Extract, Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract, Yeast Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Fuscoporia Obliqua Sclerotium Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Artemia Extract, Glucose, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate, Lecithin, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Disodium EDTA, Hexylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Laureth-8, PEG-100 Stearate, Parfum, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, CI 17200, CI 19140
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Algae Extract is a confusing name. This is because algae is an informal term for a group of 30,000 aquatic organisms that can photosynthesize.
The term 'algae extract' can refer to any one, or a blend of, the 30,000 types.
Algae is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Algae can also help with soothing and hydrating skin.
Many different types of algae have different benefits.
Learn more about Algae ExtractGlycerin 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 GlycerinParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateWater. 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 Water
