Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer versus La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original .
Last updated on October 27, 2023. Published on October 26, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer 47 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer 47 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer 47 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Shea Butter Ethyl Esters • Dicaprylyl Carbonate • Isodecyl Neopentanoate • Jojoba Esters • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Synthetic Beeswax • Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides • Ectoin • Marrubium Vulgare Extract • Allantoin • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Brassica Campestris Sterols • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Urea • Yeast Amino Acids • Trehalose • Inositol • Taurine • Betaine • Bisabolol • Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides • Xanthan Gum • Propylene Glycol Dicaprate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Hexyldecanol • Pentylene Glycol • 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol • Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide • Stearic Acid • Disodium Carboxyethyl Siliconate • Aminomethyl Propanol • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Limonene • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate • CI 77891
Algae Extract • Paraffinum Liquidum • Petrolatum • Glycerin • Isohexadecane • Microcrystalline Wax • Lanolin Alcohol • Citrus Aurantifolia Leaf 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 • Glycine • 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
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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 WaterMurad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 GlycerinMurad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 4.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumMurad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 43.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 43.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneMurad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 44.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 34.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolMurad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 45.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 36.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateMurad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 46.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 39.
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Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer 47 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
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Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer 47 ingredients
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Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer 47 ingredients
All time fave!!
I LOVE this overnight moisturizer! I got it in a subscription box a couple of years ago, back when it was probably a pretty new product, and I immediately loved how it dispersed the product. You press the top and it...
All time fave!!
I LOVE this overnight moisturizer! I got it in a subscription box a couple of years ago, back when it was probably a pretty new product, and I immediately loved how it dispersed the product. You press the top and it disperses the perfect amount. That first night I realized I really liked the scent and the texture, and I loved the way my skin felt that night and the following morning. I used it every single night religiously, kept it on the nightstand and put it on right before I laid down so I came to associate the scent with going to bed. I’m 37 years old and this is the first and only overnight cream/moisturizer that I’ve ever used every drop of, and was so sad when I ran out. They rebranded it and changed the name, but they didn’t change the product. It’s still the only overnight cream or moisturizer that I can justify paying that much for.
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