Clarins

Clarins Extra-Firming Day Cream Dry Skin Types

Name: Clarins - Extra-Firming Day Cream Dry Skin Types
Brand: Clarins

Efficacy62/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

20 ingredients credited for this claim

Good support

What the product description says

“Extra-Firming Day Cream Dry Skin Types”

From product name

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: betaine, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.~3.1–3.8%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.5–5.5%

DimethiconolKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time~0.25–0.45%

BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.15–0.3%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish~1.1–1.4%

Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~2.3–2.8%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~4.1–5%

Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~1.8–2.2%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.95–1.15%

Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.15–0.3%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extractEffect: LowIs claimed to improve skin's ability to produce its natural moisturizers, but solid research is lacking~0.15–0.3%

Sanicula europaea extractEffect: LowClaimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lacking~0.15–0.3%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.45–0.65%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.6–0.9%

Balanites roxburghii seed oilEffect: LowAn emollient. Could be irritating~0.15–0.3%

Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extractEffect: LowUsed for its fragrance. Can be irritating~0.15–0.25%

Avena sativa kernel extractUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.5%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.15–0.3%

Anigozanthos flavidus extractEffect: Low, below effective doseClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is available~0.15–0.3%

Anti-aging

6 ingredients credited for this claim

Limited support

What the product description says

“Key ingredient Kangaroo flower, helps plump and firm the skin for a smoother, radiant and visibly younger-looking complexion.”

Source: Feelunique

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~2.3–2.8%

Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extractEffect: LowCan have some anti-bacterial properties~0.15–0.3%

Furcellaria lumbricalis extractEffect: LowMight be able to support collagen production, but no solid research is available~0.1–0.2%

Sanicula europaea extractEffect: LowClaimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lacking~0.15–0.3%

Anigozanthos flavidus extractEffect: Low, below effective doseClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is available~0.15–0.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

7 strong irritants: Parfum, Anigozanthos flavidus extract + 5 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 23 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Anigozanthos flavidus extractClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is availableHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extractCan have some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Sanicula europaea extractClaimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lackingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extractIs claimed to improve skin's ability to produce its natural moisturizers, but solid research is lackingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Balanites roxburghii seed oilAn emollient. Could be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Mitracarpus scaber extractUsed for its fragrance. Has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Malpighia emarginata seed extractCan help neutralize free radicals in skin but is typically not used in a high enough concentrationHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extractUsed for its fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Ci 15985A colorantHigh~0.1–0.2%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~4.1–5%est.

Hydrogenated coco-glyceridesHelps oil and water mix together while creating a nice finish on the skinMedium~1.5–1.8%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.45–0.65%est.

Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.2–0.4%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Furcellaria lumbricalis extractMight be able to support collagen production, but no solid research is availableMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.15%est.

Maris salUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentrationMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Sea saltUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentrationMedium~0.05–0.1%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~2.3–2.8%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.95–1.15%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.5–5.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~4.1–5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Squalane~3.1–3.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~2.3–2.8%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~1.8–2.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Hydrogenated coco-glycerides~1.5–1.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps oil and water mix together while creating a nice finish on the skin

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Propanediol~1.3–1.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Dimethicone~1.1–1.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.95–1.15%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Glyceryl stearate~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Peg-100 stearate~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture

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Caprylyl glycol~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Sodium polyacrylate~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions

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Parfum~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Butylene glycol~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Avena sativa kernel extract~0.3–0.5%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationMoisturizingReduces rednessAnti-oxidation

An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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 acetate

Dimethiconol~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time

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Disodium edta~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Decylene glycol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to creat a nice product texture and support penetration of other ingredients

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Anigozanthos flavidus extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

Claimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is available

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Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Betaine~0.15–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Sorbitol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-agingAnti-oxidation

Can have some anti-bacterial properties

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Maltodextrin~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

More about Tocopherol

Sanicula europaea extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAntibacterialAnti-aging

Claimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lacking

More about Sanicula europaea extract

Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

More about Sodium benzoate

Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Is claimed to improve skin's ability to produce its natural moisturizers, but solid research is lacking

More about Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract

Balanites roxburghii seed oil~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialMoisturizing

An emollient. Could be irritating

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Mitracarpus scaber extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

Used for its fragrance. Has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Citric acid~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

More about Citric acid

Malpighia emarginata seed extract~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Can help neutralize free radicals in skin but is typically not used in a high enough concentration

More about Malpighia emarginata seed extract

Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Used for its fragrance. Can be irritating

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Furcellaria lumbricalis extract~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-aging

Might be able to support collagen production, but no solid research is available

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Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about Potassium sorbate

Ci 15985~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A colorant

More about Ci 15985

Maris sal~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Exfoliation

Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration

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Sea salt~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Exfoliation

More about Sea salt

Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Squalane, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Hydrogenated coco-glycerides, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium polyacrylate, Parfum, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl glucoside, Avena sativa kernel extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Dimethiconol, Disodium edta, Decylene glycol, Anigozanthos flavidus extract, Sodium hydroxide, Betaine, Sorbitol, Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extract, Maltodextrin, Tocopherol, Sanicula europaea extract, Sodium benzoate, Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract, Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Mitracarpus scaber extract, Phenoxyethanol, Citric acid, Malpighia emarginata seed extract, Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extract, Furcellaria lumbricalis extract, Potassium sorbate, Ci 15985, Maris sal, Sea salt

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.

1
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2
Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
3
Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medicationsjaad.org
4
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
5
Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu

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