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Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Night Cream

This is a luxurious night cream designed to work while you sleep. It focuses on hydration and visible anti-aging effects, aiming to leave skin looking refreshed and plump by morning.

Sephora price

$395.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.6 / 5

About 91 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Anti-AgingFragrance FreeLoss of firmnessHyaluronic AcidHydratingPlumpingFine Lines and WrinklesDrynessLoss of Firmness and Elasticity

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.6 / 5 overall fit

A rich, fragrance-free night cream that delivers on hydration and anti-aging benefits, making it a solid choice for dry and mature skin types.

Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Night Cream

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A nurturing yet lightweight night cream that visibly hydrates, purifies, and restores overnight, so you wake up with a fresher-, plumper-, dewier-looking complexion.

NormalDryCombinationFine Lines and WrinklesDrynessLoss of Firmness and Elasticity

Apply to your face and neck in the evening, after cleansing and serum application.

For best results, use with Super Anti-Aging Serum (sold separately).

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A well-formulated night cream that excels at hydration and targets common signs of aging. Its rich texture and effective ingredients make it a good choice for those with dry or mature skin seeking overnight renewal.

Overnight transformation

Many users rave about waking up to noticeably softer, plumper, and more hydrated skin after using this cream.

Investment in anti-aging

While expensive, the visible results in reducing fine lines and improving skin firmness make it a worthwhile investment for many.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Dry or mature skin
  • Those seeking overnight hydration and anti-aging benefits
  • Users who prefer fragrance-free formulas

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You have very oily skin and prefer lighter textures
  • You are looking for a budget-friendly option

Routine fit

Your nightly renewal step

Apply this cream as the final step in your evening skincare routine, after cleansing and applying any serums. It's designed to seal in moisture and active ingredients overnight.

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

  • Deeply hydrating
  • Visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles
  • Fragrance-free formula
  • Nourishing yet lightweight texture

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • High price point
  • May be too rich for very oily skin types

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Nighttime

This is specifically formulated for nighttime use to support skin's natural repair processes while you sleep.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.6/ 5 overall

A rich, fragrance-free night cream that delivers on hydration and anti-aging benefits, making it a solid choice for dry and mature skin types.

Hydration

4.7 / 5

This cream provides deep, lasting hydration without feeling heavy, leaving skin feeling plump and comfortable.

Anti-aging

4.5 / 5

Users report a visible reduction in fine lines and improved skin firmness with consistent use.

Texture

4.6 / 5

The lightweight yet nourishing texture is well-loved, absorbing quickly without residue.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua/Water/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A lightweight, plant-derived emollient that softens and smooths the skin without greasiness.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially normal to combination

Watch for

None

Emollient/Emulsifier

Cetyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth the skin, and stabilize the cream's texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Rarely, can cause irritation in very sensitive individuals

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common and effective humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in linoleic acid, it helps to strengthen the skin barrier and provides antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal, and combination skin

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for very acne-prone skin

Emollient

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A gentle emollient that softens and conditions the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal, and sensitive skin

Watch for

Nut allergy concerns

Emulsifier

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Soothing

Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Fermented purslane extract, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially sensitive or irritated

Watch for

None

Emollient/Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to create a smooth texture and stabilize the emulsion.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, it moisturizes and protects the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal, and mature skin

Watch for

None

Soothing/Moisturizing

Panthenol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin B5 that hydrates, soothes, and aids in skin repair.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dry or irritated

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Polyglutamate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A powerful humectant that can hold significantly more water than hyaluronic acid, providing intense hydration and plumping.

Usually helps with

Dry, dehydrated, and mature skin

Watch for

None

Viscosity Controlling Agent

Maltodextrin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A polysaccharide used to adjust the thickness of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient/Antioxidant

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Nourishing extract rich in vitamins and fatty acids, providing moisture and antioxidant protection.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal, and mature skin

Watch for

Nut allergy concerns

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

1.0 / 10

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, it attracts and retains moisture in the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dehydrated

Watch for

None

Preservative Booster/Skin Conditioning

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A natural preservative alternative with potential antimicrobial and skin-conditioning benefits.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Peptide

Nonapeptide-1

Badness

3.0 / 10

A peptide that can help to improve skin tone and reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation.

Usually helps with

Mature skin, uneven tone

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E, it protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Thickener

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common thickening agent derived from fermented sugar.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Pantolactone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A derivative of panthenol, it helps to moisturize the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient/Preservative Booster

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also helps to boost the efficacy of preservatives.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient/Preservative Booster

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent with antimicrobial properties that enhances preservation.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Sodium Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

3.0 / 10

A common preservative that helps prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product, often to an acidic level for skin benefits.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can be irritating in high concentrations

pH Adjuster

Disodium Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cream suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, the formula is fragrance-free and contains soothing ingredients like Purslane and Panthenol, making it generally well-tolerated by sensitive skin. However, always patch test if you have concerns.

What is the difference between this and the Super Anti-Aging Serum?

The Super Anti-Aging Night Cream is a moisturizer that provides hydration and locks in benefits, while the Super Anti-Aging Serum is a concentrated treatment targeting specific aging concerns. They are often recommended to be used together.

Can I use this during the day?

While it can be used during the day, it is formulated as a night cream to work with the skin's natural repair cycle. For daytime, a lighter moisturizer or sunscreen is generally recommended.