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Clarins Extra-Firming Energy Day Cream
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Clarins Extra-Firming Energy Day Cream

Efficacy25/100IrritancyHigh
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0 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Anti-aging
5 ingredients credited for this claim
Limited support
What the product description says
“It revitalises the skin, reducing dullness, wrinkles, and other signs of fatigue.”
Source: Allbeauty

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~1.9–2.3%
Furcellaria lumbricalis extractEffect: LowMight be able to support collagen production, but no solid research is available~0.15–0.3%
Lycium barbarum fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer~0.2–0.4%
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~0.3–0.5%
Evens skin tone
No ingredient credited for this claim
No support
What the product description says
“Desert Date reduces dark spots.”
Source: Allbeauty

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Moisturizing
Not advertised by the brand · 21 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support

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.

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~2.3–2.9%
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~3.1–3.8%
Phenyl trimethiconeKey active· OcclusiveEffect: HighA type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture~1.4–1.7%
Prunus armeniaca kernel oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin~4.1–5%
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%
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~4.6–5.6%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.2–0.35%
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~1.9–2.3%
BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.2–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.35%
Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin~1.2–1.5%
Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extractEffect: LowIs claimed to improve skin's ability to produce its natural moisturizers, but solid research is lacking~0.2–0.4%
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~0.35–0.65%
Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.55–0.8%
Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.2–0.35%
Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extractEffect: LowUsed for its fragrance. Can be irritating~0.15–0.25%
Balanites roxburghii seed oilEffect: LowAn emollient. Could be irritating~0.2–0.35%
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%
Lycium barbarum fruit extractUnder-dosedEffect: MediumA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer~0.2–0.4%
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~0.3–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
7 strong irritants: Parfum, Anigozanthos flavidus extract + 5 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 22 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~0.35–0.6%est.
Anigozanthos flavidus extractClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is availableHigh~0.3–0.5%est.
Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extractIs claimed to improve skin's ability to produce its natural moisturizers, but solid research is lackingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Balanites roxburghii seed oilAn emollient. Could be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Mitracarpus scaber extractUsed for its fragrance. Has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Malpighia emarginata seed extractCan help neutralize free radicals in skin but is typically not used in a high enough concentrationHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Phenethyl alcoholA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.
Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extractUsed for its fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
Prunus armeniaca kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the skinMedium~4.1–5%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~2.3–2.9%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%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~0.25–0.45%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Capsicum annuum fruit extractPepper extract. Might be able to help neutralize free radicalsMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
T-butyl alcoholUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritatingMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Lycium barbarum fruit extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layerMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Ci 14700A colorantMedium~0.15–0.3%est.
Furcellaria lumbricalis extractMight be able to support collagen production, but no solid research is availableMedium~0.15–0.3%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.25%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~0.1–0.15%est.
Comedogenic
1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
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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 radicals3/5~1.9–2.3%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.6–5.6%
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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Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.1–5%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Dimethicone~3.1–3.8%
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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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.3–2.9%
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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Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.9–2.3%
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

More about Butyrospermum parkii butter
Titanium dioxide~2–2.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

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Phenyl trimethicone~1.4–1.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture

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Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~1.2–1.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.95–1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.7–1.05%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products

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Pentaerythrityl distearate~0.55–0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Pentylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.4–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Parfum~0.35–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Butylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
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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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Anigozanthos flavidus extract~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-aging

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

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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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Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
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.

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Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

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

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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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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Betaine~0.2–0.35%
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~0.2–0.35%
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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Capsicum annuum fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Pepper extract. Might be able to help neutralize free radicals

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Tin oxide~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation

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T-butyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating

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Marrubium vulgare extract~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Marrubium vulgare extract
Lycium barbarum fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer

More about Lycium barbarum fruit extract
Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
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~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
AntibacterialMoisturizing

An emollient. Could be irritating

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Mitracarpus scaber extract~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

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

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Malpighia emarginata seed extract~0.2–0.35%
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

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Phenethyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ci 14700~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A colorant

More about Ci 14700
Furcellaria lumbricalis extract~0.15–0.3%
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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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.35%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

More about Potassium sorbate
Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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
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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Maris sal~0.1–0.15%
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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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-blemishAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Titanium dioxide, Phenyl trimethicone, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Pentaerythrityl distearate, Pentylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Parfum, Butylene glycol, Sodium benzoate, Anigozanthos flavidus extract, Avena sativa kernel extract, Disodium edta, Tocopheryl acetate, Citric acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Dimethiconol, Betaine, Sorbitol, Capsicum annuum fruit extract, Tin oxide, T-butyl alcohol, Marrubium vulgare extract, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract, Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Mitracarpus scaber extract, Malpighia emarginata seed extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Ci 14700, Furcellaria lumbricalis extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol, Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extract, Maris sal, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medicationsjaad.org
  3. 3
    Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
  4. 4
    Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
  5. 5
    Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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    Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
Clarins Extra-Firming Energy Day Cream
ClarinsExtra-Firming Energy Day Cream
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