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Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Cream — Gentle Daily Cream for Sensitive Skin, Hydration & Anti-Aging Benefits

This is a luxurious, fragrance-free moisturizer designed for sensitive skin. It aims to soothe, hydrate, and combat signs of aging with a blend of botanical extracts and emollients.

Sephora price

$75.00 - $240.00

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Sephora reviews

4.4 / 5

About 1,183 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

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Glass take

4.4 / 5 overall fit

A gentle, effective moisturizer for sensitive skin that targets signs of aging and provides lasting hydration.

Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Cream — Gentle Daily Cream for Sensitive Skin, Hydration & Anti-Aging Benefits

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A soothing anti-aging face moisturizer that targets the signs of aging, promotes skin regeneration, and is infused with power ingredient purslane to keep skin hydrated and radiant for 24 hours.

NormalDryCombinationOilyLoss of Firmness and ElasticityFine Lines and WrinklesDullness and Uneven Texture

Use in the morning, after cleansing and ideally after first applying serum.

When applied at night, it works as an intensive regeneration treatment to promote the body’s natural skin restoration overnight.

Apply gently to the face, neck, and décolleté as well as to the delicate skin around the eyes.

For sun protection, you can add a few drops of Dr. Sturm’s Sun Drops (sold separately) to the cream or use them separately five minutes after applying.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid, gentle moisturizer that delivers on hydration and soothing benefits. It's a good option for sensitive skin types looking for a daily anti-aging cream, but the price point is high for the active ingredient concentration.

Soothing and Calming

Many users with sensitive or reactive skin found this cream to be incredibly soothing and non-irritating, helping to calm redness and discomfort.

Effective Hydration

The cream provides a good balance of moisture, leaving skin feeling supple and hydrated throughout the day without greasiness.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Sensitive skin
Normal, dry, combination, and oily skin types
Those seeking gentle anti-aging hydration

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You are looking for a highly potent active ingredient serum
You prefer a very lightweight gel-cream texture
You are on a tight budget

Routine Fit

Where This Cream Fits In

Apply this cream after your serums and before any sun protection in the morning. At night, it can serve as a final step to lock in moisture and support skin regeneration.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Gentle formula suitable for sensitive skin
Provides excellent hydration
Fragrance-free
Contains beneficial antioxidants like Purslane

Where it starts to feel redundant

High price point
Active ingredient concentration may not be high enough for significant anti-aging results for some users

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This cream is versatile enough for both morning and evening use. In the morning, it provides a hydrating base. At night, it acts as a restorative treatment.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.4/ 5 overall

A gentle, effective moisturizer for sensitive skin that targets signs of aging and provides lasting hydration.

Hydration

4.5 / 5

Provides comfortable, long-lasting hydration without feeling heavy.

Sensitivity

4.6 / 5

Well-tolerated by sensitive skin types, with no reported irritation.

Anti-aging

4.2 / 5

Noticeable improvement in fine lines and skin texture with consistent use.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for most cosmetic formulations.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Octyldodecanol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Softens and smooths the skin.

Usually helps with

Dryness

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Emollient

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to spread the product evenly and provides a smooth feel.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Attracts water to the skin, providing hydration.

Usually helps with

Dryness, hydration

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Emollient

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Badness

1.0 / 10

Moisturizes and conditions the skin, rich in fatty acids and vitamins.

Usually helps with

Dryness, barrier support

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Emollient

Decyl Oleate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Provides a smooth, non-greasy feel on the skin.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Emollient

Zea Mays (Corn) Germ Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

A plant-derived oil that can help to soften and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Dryness

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Potential for comedogenicity in very acne-prone individuals.

Emulsifier/Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that helps to stabilize the formula and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Texture, emollience

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Emulsifier/Emollient

Glyceryl Stearate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to mix oil and water, and provides emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Texture, hydration

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Antioxidant/Soothing Agent

Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains purslane, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, anti-aging

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Humectant

Sorbitol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A sugar alcohol that attracts moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant/Solvent

Propanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A hydrating ingredient that also helps to improve the texture of the product.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emulsifier

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to keep the oil and water components of the cream mixed.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

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Emollient

Cocoglycerides

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from coconut oil, it helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Dryness

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Emollient/Occlusive

Dimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

Forms a breathable barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss and provide a smooth feel.

Usually helps with

Smoothing, moisture retention

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Can feel heavy on very oily skin; some prefer to avoid silicones.

Antioxidant

Tocopheryl Acetate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Can be less stable than pure tocopherol.

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

3.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Can be an irritant for some individuals, especially at higher concentrations.

Emollient

Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to condition and soften the skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience

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Humectant/Soothing Agent

Panthenol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin B5 that attracts moisture and has soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that moisturizes and helps to improve skin elasticity.

Usually helps with

Hydration, barrier support

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Thickener

Carbomer

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to thicken the product and improve its texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Thickener/Stabilizer

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A natural gum used to thicken and stabilize cosmetic formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Preservative Booster/Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

2.0 / 10

Enhances the effectiveness of preservatives and can also act as a skin conditioner.

Usually helps with

Preservation, emollience

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Can be an irritant for some.

Preservative

Potassium Sorbate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative that prevents the growth of mold and yeast.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

Watch for

Can be an irritant for sensitive individuals.

Antioxidant/Preservative

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A natural preservative and antioxidant derived from fermented radish root.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, preservation

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Solvent/Astringent

Alcohol

Badness

4.0 / 10

Can help to dissolve other ingredients and provide a quick-drying finish, but can be drying and irritating for some skin types.

Usually helps with

Texture (in low concentrations)

Watch for

Can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive or dry skin.

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fractionated coconut oil that is easily absorbed and helps to replenish the skin's surface.

Usually helps with

Dryness, emollience

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Antioxidant

Baicalin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A flavonoid extracted from Scutellaria baicalensis (Chinese Skullcap), known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Anti-aging, soothing

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Humectant

Pantolactone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A derivative of pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) that helps to moisturize the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Antioxidant

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Badness

3.0 / 10

A fat-soluble form of Vitamin C that provides antioxidant benefits and can help brighten the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, brightening

Watch for

Less potent and stable than L-Ascorbic Acid; can cause irritation in some.

pH Adjuster/Exfoliant

Citric Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formula. In higher concentrations, it can act as an AHA exfoliant.

Usually helps with

pH balance

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Can cause irritation or stinging if the pH is too low.

Antioxidant

Ascorbic Acid

Badness

4.0 / 10

Pure Vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that brightens skin, stimulates collagen, and protects against free radicals.

Usually helps with

Brightening, anti-aging, antioxidant

Watch for

Can be unstable and irritating, especially at higher concentrations or in certain formulations.

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this moisturizer good for sensitive skin?

Yes, this cream is specifically formulated to be gentle and is well-tolerated by sensitive skin types due to its fragrance-free nature and soothing ingredients.

Can I use this cream for anti-aging?

Yes, it contains ingredients like Purslane and Ascorbic Acid that offer antioxidant benefits and support skin regeneration, contributing to anti-aging efforts.

What is the best way to incorporate this into my routine?

Apply it after serums and before sunscreen in the morning, or as the last step in your nighttime routine to seal in moisture.

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