Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Neck and Decollete Cream
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing21 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Super Anti-Aging Neck and Decollete 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:
biosaccharide gum-1, 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, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Super Anti-Aging Neck and Decollete Cream”
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.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“and hyperpigmentation (and more), this cream is packed with a whole bunch of moisture-magnets to reverse this.”
This product contains ingredients (lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Bellis perennis flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentButyrospermum parkii butter~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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 butterCetyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholHydrogenated vegetable glycerides~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable glyceridesLactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Obtained from fermenting a plant extract with bacteria Lactobacillus. The resulting compound might be able to calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extractEthylhexyl palmitate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateBrassica campestris sterols~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsSclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilMangifera indica seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorella vulgaris/lupinus albus protein ferment~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Garcinia mangostana peel extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucosyl hesperidin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinHordeum distichon extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hordeum vulgare extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractOpuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus cydonia seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lentinus edodes extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateBellis perennis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Bellis perennis flower extractCeramide np~0.3–0.5%
- 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 npSaccharide isomerate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateBiosaccharide gum-1~0.25–0.45%
- 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-1Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePanthenol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydrogenated palm glycerides~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAlcohol denat.~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Gellan gum~0.25–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 TocopherolEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Sodium phytate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Silica dimethyl silylate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePhenethyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 glycolCitric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPotassium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Pantolactone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneMaltodextrin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinHexylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAlcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPhytic acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidIngredient list view
Water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Glycerin, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetyl alcohol, Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides, Lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Brassica campestris sterols, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Mangifera indica seed oil, Chlorella vulgaris/lupinus albus protein ferment, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, Glucosyl hesperidin, Hordeum distichon extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Pyrus cydonia seed extract, Lentinus edodes extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Bellis perennis flower extract, Ceramide np, Saccharide isomerate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Xanthan gum, Alcohol denat., Gellan gum, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium phytate, Sodium benzoate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Sodium citrate, Phenethyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Caprylyl glycol, Potassium benzoate, Pantolactone, Maltodextrin, Hexylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Alcohol, Phytic acid
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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.
| Dr. Barbara SturmSuper Anti-Aging Neck and Decollete CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Laura MercierIlluminating Eye Cream | BABORHSR Lifting Extra Firming Neck and Décolleté Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 50% |
| Price | $255.00 | $55.06−$199.94 | $75.00−$180.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 | Carnosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Dr. Barbara Sturm - Super Anti-Aging Neck and Decollete Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Dr. Barbara Sturm - Super Anti-Aging Neck and Decollete Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin, pantolactone, saccharide isomerate and sodium hyaluronate) 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 np, butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil, brassica campestris sterols and cetyl alcohol 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
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (ceramide np 0.30% - 0.50%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Dr. Barbara Sturm" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 255.00$ in the United States and from 205.00£ up to 225.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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