The Face Cream Showdown: How Hanacure’s P7Pro® Outperformed My Barbara Sturm Staple

Science-Backed Skincare… a New Kind of Luxury?

When it comes to high-end skincare, few names feel more established than Dr. Barbara Sturm. And if you told me a year about I’d even consider swapping out my tried-and-true white jar, I’d have laughed in your face. 

But when Hanacure’s all-new P7Pro® Cream started popping up everywhere—and I mean everywhere—I got curious. Here was this sleek, clinically backed, and scientifically rigorous face cream that was claiming to push the boundaries of what skincare could offer. Hanacure already went viral for their All–in-One Face Mask, something Drew Barrymore said “changed her life” and others called “Botox in a Bottle.”

So… yeah. I was very intrigued with this new cream to say the least. In the name of good beauty journalism (and, let’s be honest, my own vanity), I decided to put Hanacure and Barbara Sturm to the test to see which luxury face cream was truly the best splurge. 

The OG: Dr. Barbara Sturm

Dr. Sturm’s Face Cream feels like what I call a “soothing staple.” The formula uses ingredients like purslane to calm irritation and help strengthen the skin barrier. On application, it feels light and comforting. (And for those with sensitive skin like me, that alone can be worth the investment.) It layers well under makeup and leaves a soft, hydrated finish. It’s solid. 

Still, at $240 a jar, it’s fair to ask whether simple hydration is enough when other creams offer more targeted performance. This experiment had me questioning… is it worth it to shell out $200+ for anything less than miraculous? 

The Challenger: Hanacure’s Visible Science

Hanacure’s P7Pro® Cream takes a more active approach. Instead of focusing just on hydration, it’s designed to lift, firm, and smooth with seven clinically dosed peptides. The texture feels modern—cushiony yet weightless, absorbing quickly without residue. The experience feels premium, from the lotus-inspired jar to the subtle finish on the skin.

Unlike Sturm’s gentle calm, P7Pro® works beneath the surface to support visible skin renewal, which makes it feel like a step forward, not just a moisturizer.

So, which luxury cream is truly worth the splurge? Let’s break it down. 

First Impressions + Application: Hanacure

I can’t help but feel like opening the Barbara Sturm jar feels like greeting an old friend. The cream is soft, clean, and spreads easily… no frills or surprises. But, maybe because I knew I’d be trying the uber-hyped Hanacure next, I also felt a little deflated at the way my face felt after application. It just felt… average. It’s a nice face cream. But is it really a $200+ worthy face cream?

Hanacure, on the other hand, was a different experience. The texture of the P7Pro® cream is something both airy and substantial, like a gel and a balm had a baby. It glided on effortlessly and disappeared into my skin in seconds, leaving no tackiness, no weight, just this smooth, hydrated finish. 

I couldn’t help but notice the packaging too. Hanacure’s jar is heavy, sculptural, and has that subtle lotus design that hints at something thoughtful beneath the surface. Right away, P7Pro® felt like the kind of cream that wants to do something, not just sit pretty next to my sink.

Price: Barbara Sturm (Sort Of)

Neither of these creams comes cheap. Dr. Barbara Sturm’s Face Cream costs $240 for 1.69 ounces, which I’ve always justified because it’s safe, dependable hydration that never upsets my skin. Like I said before, it’s solid. 

But side by side, Hanacure’s P7Pro® feels like smarter luxury. At $288 for 1.76 ounces, you’re paying slightly more, but you’re also getting a cream packed with seven clinically dosed peptides designed to do more than just moisturize. It’s way more than just “solid,” it works on firming, smoothing, and supporting real renewal beneath the surface.

When I’m spending over $200 on a single jar, I want to see something change when I look in the mirror. For me, Hanacure feels like the kind of splurge that earns its spot, because it’s not about the name, it’s about results I can actually see. Which leads nicely into…

Results: Hanacure

No matter how pretty the jar or how silky the texture, the real test is what you see when you catch yourself in the mirror at 7 a.m. After a few weeks, Sturm’s cream delivered what it always does for me: calm, balanced skin, no dry patches, no redness flaring up when the weather turns weird.

But Hanacure’s P7Pro® gave me more to talk about. After about ten days, my skin felt firmer to the touch, that soft bounce that makes you want to skip foundation altogether. The fine lines that tend to show up around my eyes by 4 p.m. looked less obvious, and my jawline felt a bit tighter, like I’d been doing facial yoga I didn’t sign up for.

It’s subtle but real. Where Barbara Sturm maintains, Hanacure evolves. For someone like me, who wants my skincare to feel comforting and do the heavy lifting behind the scenes, that edge made all the difference. Here’s who I think P7Pro® is perfect for: 

• Makeup wearers (Barbara Sturm can get greasy under foundation)
• Those with oily or sensitive skin (P7Pro® is non-comedogenic, meaning it doesn’t block pores)
• Multi-ethnic skin needs (P7Pro® is pH-neutral to skin, hypoallergenic)

The peptides are designed to signal collagen production, reinforce elasticity, support cell renewal, and visibly firm sagging areas… all at clinically active levels. All signs point to how Hanacure has the face cream of the future. 

The Verdict: Hanacure. I’m Picking Science Over Soothing

Don’t get me wrong: there’s still a soft spot in my routine for Barbara Sturm. It’s just hard to justify choosing mere soothing when I can get a cream that soothes and transforms at the same time. 

If I have to pick one jar to earn its keep on my top shelf, it’s Hanacure’s P7Pro® and it’s not even close. It’s the difference between staying the same and seeing a shift. It’s worth mentioning, too, that Hanacure offers free shipping and 100% money-back guarantee. If you’re on the fence, you can try them both out for yourself with no risk.

Your luxury cream shouldn’t just feel nice; it should give your skin the lift, firmness, and real results it deserves. Try Hanacure’s P7Pro® and see the difference for yourself.