Works for
MoisturizingBetaine, Porphyridium cruentum extract + 2 moreWorks
“This high-performance formula functions with the intensity of a luxury face moisturizer, specifically engineered to improve skin tone and elasticity while physically smoothing the appearance of fine lines and deep-set wrinkles.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, biosaccharide gum-1.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“This high-performance formula functions with the intensity of a luxury face moisturizer, specifically engineered to improve skin tone and elasticity while physically smoothing the appearance of fine lines and deep-set wrinkles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“This high-performance formula functions with the intensity of a luxury face moisturizer, specifically engineered to improve skin tone and elasticity while physically smoothing the appearance of fine lines and deep-set wrinkles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl salicylate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Betaine~5.7–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePolyglyceryl-10 laurate~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 lauratePullulan~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanPorphyridium cruentum extract~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractPlankton extract~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractBiosaccharide gum-1~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Xanthan gum~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–1.05%
Citric acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl salicylate~0.15–0.6%
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.35%
Lavandula oil/extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalyl acetate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Betaine, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Pullulan, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Plankton extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl salicylate, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Lavandula oil/extract, Limonene, Linalyl acetate
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| BABORLift ExpressYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Barbara SturmSuper Anti-Aging Serum by Dr Barbara Sturm | SYSCollagen Manager Drops | NARSLight Reflecting Firming Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 43% | 43% |
| Price | $50.00 | $122.74+$72.74 | — | $101.18+$51.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Lactic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: MISSHA Time Revolution Primestem 100 Lifting SerumDr. Craft Mandarin Antioxidant Rescue Serum
Product summary
"BABOR - Lift Express" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (biosaccharide gum-1 0.40% - 1.00% and betaine 5.70% - 8.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 47.60CA$ in Canada, for 39.67$ in the United States and for 34.92£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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