SebaMed Clear Face Mattifying Cream Versus La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide
Updated on October 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
SebaMed Clear Face Mattifying Cream 21 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide 10 ingredients
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SebaMed Clear Face Mattifying Cream 21 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDiethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Faex Extract
Skin ConditioningAesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Glycyrrhizate
MaskingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Faex Extract, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zinc Gluconate, Caffeine, Biotin, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate
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 WaterNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
When to use
SebaMed Clear Face Mattifying Cream 21 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide 10 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
SebaMed Clear Face Mattifying Cream 21 ingredients
I was looking for a moisturizer that still has that moisturizing consistency BUT doesnt break me out. And honestly this is IT!!! I really liked the korean ones that would have that gel like texture (+ fungal acne safe, non comedogenic) but honestly I am focussing on healing my skin barrier and they were not enough for that. BUT THIS ONE!!! Oh my god I love this moisturizer so so so much. It costs Show more
I have been using the Sebamed Mattifying Cream on- and off for 5 months now.
👉🏻 Pros:
✔️ non-comedogenic
✔️ fungal acne-safe
✔️ affordable
✔️ available at drugstores in Germany—no need to purchase it online
👉🏻 Cons:
❌contains citric acid, an ingredient that irritates my skin. I always got red after applying it on my face (see photo).
❌ using niacinamide twice a day might not be ideal — I Show more
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide 10 ingredients
Keeper
Usage: 2 months (AM + PM)
Skin type | Mixed to oily skin. Skin tone is very light. The main concerns are clogged pores, and inflamed white spots.
This cream integrated my morning and night routine for the past 2 months, producing visible changes. The application is a very pleasant experience as the texture is very light and fluid and absorbs quickly, not leaving any residue. The skin Show more
This was SO close to working for me. I suspect either the triglycerides were too comedogenic for me or that I have a niacinamide sensitivity. My skin’s reaction to this was far better than most other products though, and that’s saying something. That said, the experience and consistency of this was nice. It wasn’t QUITE hydrating enough and over time my skin started to get irritated and broken Show more
