The Saem Gold Lifting Cream Versus The Saem Snail Essential EX Wrinkle Solution Multi Stick
Overview
What they are
These products are both general moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
The Saem Gold Lifting Cream 82 ingredients
The Saem Snail Essential EX Wrinkle Solution Multi Stick 40 ingredients
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The Saem Gold Lifting Cream 82 ingredients
The Saem Snail Essential EX Wrinkle Solution Multi Stick 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingCyclomethicone
Emollient
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTriethylhexanoin
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Phellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPiper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningPhellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
C12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingDivinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
PEG-100 Stearate
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingAcrylates Copolymer
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Betaine
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningGlycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantRaffinose
Skin ConditioningBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Agar
MaskingGellan Gum
Calcium Alginate
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Lecithin
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Inulin Lauryl Carbamate
Emulsion StabilisingGold
Cosmetic ColorantVp/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantHydrolyzed Sesame Protein Pg-Propyl Methylsilanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Folic Acid
Skin ConditioningDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingAcetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triethylhexanoin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Cetearyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, C12-13 Pareth-23, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Dimethicone, Squalane, C12-16 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, PEG-100 Stearate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Palmitic Acid, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, C12-13 Pareth-3, Acrylates Copolymer, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Betaine, Alcohol Denat., Polysorbate 60, Polyquaternium-51, Glycosyl Trehalose, Isononyl Isononanoate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Cellulose Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Raffinose, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Stearic Acid, Adenosine, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Agar, Gellan Gum, Calcium Alginate, Disodium EDTA, Lecithin, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Gold, Vp/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester, Caramel, Hydrolyzed Sesame Protein Pg-Propyl Methylsilanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Folic Acid, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Tromethamine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77491
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Monascus Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Honey Extract
Humectant
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Betula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Oil
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Camellia Seed Oil
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Collagen Water
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Octyldodecanol, Polyethylene, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Microcrystalline Wax, Diisostearyl Malate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Monascus Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Honey Extract, Propolis Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Camellia Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Collagen Water, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Water, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Hyaluronic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Hexapeptide-9, Parfum, Dehydroacetic Acid
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii Butter1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPYou might know this ingredients as Matrixyl, a famous peptide.
Peptides are building blocks for protein. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 consists of five amino acids. These amino acids include: 2 lysines, 2 threonines, and serine
This ingredients tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Thus, Matrixyl may help improve the look of wrinkles.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.
Argireline has a similar function to botox; it prevents muscle movement and contractions slightly. By preventing muscles from moving, argireline also prohibits the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. However, research is lacking in proving this ingredient to be as effective as botox.
On the other hand, argireline tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Parfum 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.
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