Comparison between Obagi Medical CLENZIderm M.D. Therapeutic Lotion vs. VivierSkin Daily Age-Defying Moisturizer

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12 Ingredients 20

1
Benzoyl Peroxide
1
Water
2
Benzyl Benzoate
2
Squalane
3
BHT
3
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
4
Dicaprylyl Ether
4
Cetearyl Olivate
5
Dimethyl Isosorbide
5
Sorbitan Olivate
6
Disodium EDTA
6
Saccharide Isomerate
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate
7
Glycerin
8
Phenoxyethanol
8
Steareth-21
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Uniqueness9 out of 12
75.0%
Uniqueness17 out of 20
85.0%

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
2 out of 12
17%
chemical
9 out of 12
75%
natural
6 out of 20
30%
chemical
13 out of 20
65%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Propylene Glycol#10Benzoyl Peroxide#1
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Benzyl Benzoate#2
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#7Propylene Glycol#9Allantoin#16
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#16
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#16

Detailed view

Obagi Medical CLENZIderm M.D. Therapeutic Lotion vs. VivierSkin Daily Age-Defying Moisturizer
Position 1

#1Benzoyl Peroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Antiacne agent, Oxidizing agent
Cleansing
Acne fighting
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Benzoyl Peroxide is very effective against acne. It destroys Propionibacterium acnes - a bacteria that causes this problem. That's why it works so great. It also helps to renew and exfoliate dead cells helping to make the skin cleaner. You can find this component in many anti-acne products.

BUT you should avoid this component if you have dry skin. Even people with oily skin notice that it dries the skin hard. Be careful!

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#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

#2Benzyl Benzoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Antimicrobial agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent
Allergens
EWG Rating [ 4 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Benzyl Benzoate is a potentially harmful fragrance ingredient. It's one of the “EU 26 fragrances” that has to be labeled separately because of allergen potential. It's a good idea to avoid this component if you have sensitive skin.

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#2Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

Position 3

#3BHT

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

BHT is a stabilizer and antioxidant. It helps to keep the product fresh for a long time, preventing the oxidization of components. It is stable even in high temperatures, that’s why it’s an essential component in some products. It also protects the skin from free radicals. As for safety, the component isn't researched very well. It’s considered to be safe in low concentrations. But there is still not enough scientific data collected.

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#3Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Dicaprylyl Ether

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Cetearyl Olivate

Origin: chemical
Role: Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 5

#5Dimethyl Isosorbide

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Sorbitan Olivate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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