Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care versus Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on September 20, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Ingredient Info
SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care 26 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 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 🎉
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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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SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care 26 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care 26 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
Niacinamide • Caprylyl Methicone • Water • Propanediol • Gluconolactone • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Cyclopentasiloxane • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Sarcosine • Tocopherol • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Peg-12 Dimethicone/Ppg-20 Crosspolymer • Salicylic Acid • Saccharide Isomerate • Peg-100 Stearate • Pentylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Sodium Hydroxide • Sorbitan Isostearate • Polysorbate 60 • Silica • Sodium Citrate • Xanthan Gum • Parfum
Water • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Dipropylene Glycol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Fomes Officinalis Extract • Sodium Polyacrylate • Paraffinum Liquidum • Silica • Pentylene Glycol • Trideceth-6 • 1,2-Hexanediol • C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Lauryl Peg/Ppg-18/18 Methicone • Disodium EDTA • Salicylic Acid • Xylitol • Propylene Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Fructooligosaccharides • Mannitol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract • Dodecyl Gallate • Rhamnose • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Citric Acid
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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 WaterSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 3.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 7.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 4.
We don't have a description for Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer.
SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 8.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 11.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 12.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 32.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 14.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 GlycolSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 17.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 HydroxideSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 20.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaSVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care contains this as ingredient number 23.
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner contains this as ingredient number 12.
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SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care 26 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
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SVR Sebiaclear Mat + Pores Mattifying Care 26 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner 32 ingredients
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