Clarins Extra-Firming Wrinkle Control Regenerating Night Cream All Skin Types

Clarins Extra-Firming Wrinkle Control Regenerating Night Cream All Skin Types

Efficacy41/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing
15 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support
What the product description says
“Extra-Firming Wrinkle Control Regenerating Night Cream All 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.

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~6.2–7.6%
BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~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~3.1–3.8%
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~1.5–1.9%
Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2–2.5%
Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.25–0.45%
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~0.25–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.45–0.7%
Dicaprylyl carbonate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin~2.4–3%
Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~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%
Sanicula europaea extractEffect: LowClaimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lacking~0.2–0.4%
Balanites roxburghii seed oilEffect: LowAn emollient. Could be irritating~0.25–0.45%
Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extractEffect: LowUsed for its fragrance. Can be irritating~0.2–0.35%
Anigozanthos flavidus extractEffect: Low, below effective doseClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is available~0.25–0.45%
Anti-aging
5 ingredients credited for this claim
Limited support
What the product description says
“Extra-Firming Wrinkle Control Regenerating Night Cream All Skin Types”
From product name

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~1.5–1.9%
Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extractEffect: LowCan have some anti-bacterial properties~0.25–0.4%
Furcellaria lumbricalis extractEffect: LowMight be able to support collagen production, but no solid research is available~0.15–0.3%
Sanicula europaea extractEffect: LowClaimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lacking~0.2–0.4%
Anigozanthos flavidus extractEffect: Low, below effective doseClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is available~0.25–0.45%
Evens skin tone
No ingredient credited for this claim
No support
What the product description says
“Organic leaf of life plus shea oil hydrate and comfort skin, while organic desert date extract targets dark spots for an even skin tone.”
Source: Ulta

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

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~0.35–0.65%est.
Anigozanthos flavidus extractClaimed to have anti-oxidant properties but no evidence is availableHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extractCan have some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.25–0.4%est.
Sanicula europaea extractClaimed to be helpful for restoring skin barrier function but solid research is lackingHigh~0.2–0.4%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~0.25–0.45%est.
Mitracarpus scaber extractUsed for its fragrance. Has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extractUsed for its fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%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~6.2–7.6%est.
Hydrogenated coco-glyceridesHelps oil and water mix together while creating a nice finish on the skinMedium~1.7–2.1%est.
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finishMedium~0.55–0.85%est.
Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.45–0.7%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.35–0.65%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%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~0.3–0.55%est.
Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.4%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~0.1–0.2%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~0.1–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients 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 radicals3/5~1.5–1.9%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~2–2.5%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.2–7.6%
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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Cetearyl isononanoate~4.5–5.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.

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Glycerin~3.1–3.8%
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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Dicaprylyl carbonate~2.4–3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin

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Cetearyl alcohol~2–2.5%
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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Hydrogenated coco-glycerides~1.7–2.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

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

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.9%
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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Glyceryl stearate~1.2–1.5%
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~1–1.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

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

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Propanediol~0.7–1.05%
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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Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.55–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.5–0.75%
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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Phenoxyethanol~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Caprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Parfum~0.35–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Disodium edta~0.35–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%
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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Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Anigozanthos flavidus extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizing

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

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Betaine~0.25–0.45%
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~0.25–0.45%
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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Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
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

More about Butylene glycol
Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extract~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

Can have some anti-bacterial properties

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Maltodextrin~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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Tromethamine~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Sanicula europaea extract~0.2–0.4%
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
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~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
AntibacterialMoisturizing

An emollient. Could be irritating

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Mitracarpus scaber extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

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

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Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

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

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Hydrated silica~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying
More about Hydrated silica
Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Used for its fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extract
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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Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

More about Potassium sorbate
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

More about Maris sal
Sea salt~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

More about Sea salt
Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl isononanoate, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated coco-glycerides, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cetearyl glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Anigozanthos flavidus extract, Betaine, Sorbitol, Butylene glycol, Diospyros mespiliformis leaf extract, Maltodextrin, Tromethamine, Sanicula europaea extract, Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract, Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Mitracarpus scaber extract, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Hydrated silica, Lapsana communis flower/leaf/stem extract, Furcellaria lumbricalis extract, Potassium sorbate, Maris sal, Sea salt

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Clarins Extra-Firming Wrinkle Control Regenerating Night Cream All Skin Types
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