Comparison between Obagi Elastiderm Eye Cream vs. CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum

Find out which product is better for your skin.

41 Ingredients 26

1
Water
1
Water
2
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
3
C13-15 Alkane
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
Dimethicone
5
Glyceryl Stearate SE
5
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
6
Cyclopentasiloxane
6
Alcohol Denatured
7
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
7
Sodium Hydroxide
8
PEG-100 Stearate
8
Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
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Uniqueness35 out of 41
85.4%
Uniqueness20 out of 26
76.9%

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
8 out of 41
20%
chemical
27 out of 41
66%
natural
5 out of 26
19%
chemical
17 out of 26
65%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Propylene Glycol#10Stearyl Alcohol#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Ethylhexyl Palmitate#2Glyceryl Stearate SE#5
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#39
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 1
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2Glycerin#3Panthenol#9Sodium Hyaluronate#16Alcohol Denatured#6
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Isopropyl Myristate#22
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Obagi Elastiderm Eye Cream vs. CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

Position 2

#2Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient
Softening
Hair conditioning
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
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#2Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
Rejuvenation
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Vitamin C is known for its strong antioxidant activity. It helps to slow down aging processes. The other positive effect of this ingredient is that it helps to make skin tone even. It's a great ingredient to counter dark areas and uneven skin tone. It's well-researched and considered safe. But it's acid and can irritate the skin if used too often.

Position 3

#3C13-15 Alkane

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
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#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.

Position 4

#4Glycerin

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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#4Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

Position 5

#5Glyceryl Stearate SE

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a nice moisturizing ingredient. It hydrates the upper layers of the skin and fills small wrinkles. In haircare products, it's used for making hair softer.

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#5Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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