Comparison between Dr. Barbara Stürm The Good C Vitamin C Serum vs. BABOR Doctor Babor Lifting RX Comfort Vitamin C Serum

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26 Ingredients 11

1
Water
1
Vitamin C Ester
2
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
2
Water
3
Glycerin
3
Phenoxyethanol
4
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
4
Linolenic Acid
5
Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract
5
O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
6
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
6
Xanthan Gum
7
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
7
Isopropyl Alcohol
8
Ascorbyl Glucoside
8
Citric Acid
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Uniqueness20 out of 26
76.9%
Uniqueness5 out of 11
45.5%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
11 out of 26
42%
chemical
11 out of 26
42%
natural
5 out of 11
45%
chemical
3 out of 11
27%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Sodium Hyaluronate#10Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#12Tocopherol#26
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil#7Citric Acid#13
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Sodium Hyaluronate#9
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Isopropyl Alcohol#7Citric Acid#8

Detailed view

Dr. Barbara Stürm The Good C Vitamin C Serum vs. BABOR Doctor Babor Lifting RX Comfort Vitamin C Serum
Position 1

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#1Vitamin C Ester

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 2

#2Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice is a natural juice received from Aloe leaves. It has been used in cosmetics for hundreds of ages. Scientists have discovered that it contains more than 200 nutrients: minerals, amino acids, vitamins, and so on. It’s a good component for calming irritated skin. It also helps to heal wounds, helps the skin regenerate faster, improves collagen syncretization, tones up, and moisturizes the skin. It also provides a slight UV-filtering effect.
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#2Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 3

#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#3Phenoxyethanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Preservative
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Phenoxyethanol is one of the most popular preservatives. It kills bacteria and makes the product live longer. Manufacturers like this ingredient because it can dissolve in any liquid, even in oils.

Another purpose of this component is the fixation of aromas in perfumery. Phenoxyethanol is also used as a strong antiseptic and a good antibacterial agent. It is widely used in dermatological cosmetics alongside natural antiseptics such as chamomile, sage, and calendula.

Like many other preservatives, Phenoxyethanol is a strong chemical. European Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 allows this component in cosmetics at a maximum concentration of 1%. Clinical studies showed that the component doesn’t irritate the skin and doesn’t make it sensitive. According to the CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 it’s not toxic.

Position 4

#4Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Lightening
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Linolenic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Rejuvenation
Protection
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract

Origin: No information
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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