Bioderma Sebium Hydra Moisturising Compensating Cream
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingCeramide 3, Paraffinum liquidum + 10 moreStrong evidence
“Sebium Hydra Moisturising Compensating Cream”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
fructooligosaccharides, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylhexyl palmitate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3, paraffinum liquidum
Anti-blemishGinkgo biloba leaf extract, AllantoinWeak evidence
“Sébium Hydra also contains the Fluidactiv exclusive patented complex which biologically regulates sebum quality, keeping pores from becoming clogged and limiting the formation of blemishes.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Glycyrrhetinic acid, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract + 1 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (glycyrrhetinic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - ginkgo biloba leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · RhamnoseModerate evidence
This product contains glycyrrhetinic acid. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Glycyrrhetinic acidModerate evidence
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycyrrhetinic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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%
Glycerin~4.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinParaffinum liquidum~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumEthylhexyl palmitate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateDipropylene glycol~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolXylitol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolBis-peg/ppg-16/16 peg/ppg-16/16 dimethicone~1.4–2.2%
Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsohexadecane~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlycyrrhetinic acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhetinic acidTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePolysorbate 80~0.4–0.95%
Disodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Allantoin~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinFructooligosaccharides~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesMannitol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPropylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCetrimonium bromide~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Also helps to preserve products
More about Cetrimonium bromideCeramide 3~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Rhamnose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about RhamnoseGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractDodecyl gallate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria ochroleuca extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Laminaria ochroleuca extractParfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Paraffinum liquidum, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Dipropylene glycol, Xylitol, Bis-peg/ppg-16/16 peg/ppg-16/16 dimethicone, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Polysorbate 80, Disodium edta, Allantoin, Fructooligosaccharides, Mannitol, Propylene glycol, Cetrimonium bromide, Ceramide 3, Rhamnose, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Dodecyl gallate, Laminaria ochroleuca extract, Parfum
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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.
| BiodermaSebium Hydra Moisturising Compensating CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Meishoku Brilliant ColorsCeracolla Moisture Cream | RohtoCareCera AP Face and Body Milk | DermaveenCalmexa Sensitive Relief Moisturiser + Ceramides | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 51% | 50% |
| Price | $14.25 | $11.16−$3.09 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide 6 Ii | Oligopeptide-24 | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Bioderma - Sebium Hydra Moisturising Compensating Cream" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Bioderma - Sebium Hydra Moisturising Compensating Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (fructooligosaccharides, glycerin, mannitol, rhamnose and propylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide 3, paraffinum liquidum, ethylhexyl palmitate and isohexadecane in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide 3 0.15% - 0.50%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 8.00£ up to 12.00£ in the United Kingdom and from 11.50$ up to 22.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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