Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream versus Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream .
Published on July 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Sesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream 43 ingredients
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream 27 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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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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Not Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Sesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream 43 ingredients
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream 27 ingredients
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Sesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream 43 ingredients
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream 27 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Octyldodecanol • Propanediol • Pentylene Glycol • Cetyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Alcohol • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Resveratrol Dimethyl Ether • Quercetin • Behenyl Alcohol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Arachidyl Glucoside • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Mica • Lecithin • Titanium Dioxide • Alcohol • Dimethiconol • Polysorbate 20 • Disodium EDTA • BHA • Triethanolamine • Laureth-7 • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Cholate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Sorbate • Parfum • Limonene • Linalool • Citral • CI 15985 • CI 19140
Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Ppg-3 Myristyl Ether • Dimethicone • Pentylene Glycol • Ascorbyl Glucoside • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • C14-22 Alcohols • Tocopheryl Glucoside • BHA • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetrimonium Bromide • Citric Acid • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • Mica • Polysorbate 60 • Silica • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sorbitan Isostearate • Titanium Dioxide • Tocopherol • Water • Xanthan Gum
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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 WaterSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 GlycerinSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
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 GlycolSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.
In cosmetics, butylated hydroxyanisole is used as a perservative. It also has antioxidant properties. The concentrations usually used in skincare are low and do not penetrate through skin.
However, it is considered a carcinogen when ingested.
Butylated Hydroxyanisole is a synthetic and waxy petrochemical. It is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics.
Learn more about BHASesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 ParfumSesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
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Sesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream 43 ingredients
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream 27 ingredients
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Sesderma C-VIT Moisturising Facial Cream 43 ingredients
Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Water Cream 27 ingredients
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