What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Jojoba Oil/Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Esters
Skin Conditioning
Heptyl Undecylenate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Hydrolyzed Euterpe Oleracea Fruit
Skin ConditioningArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Dilinoleic Acid
Emollient
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantJojoba Oil/Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Esters, Heptyl Undecylenate, Squalane, Isoamyl Laurate, Mica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Silica, Hydrolyzed Euterpe Oleracea Fruit, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopherol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dilinoleic Acid, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, CI 77891, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsion Stabilising
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Quaternium-18 Bentonite
Magnesium Sulfate
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Galactoarabinan
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Triethylhexanoin, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Glycerin, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Squalane, Galactoarabinan, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Alternatives
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but itās technically not; itās a hydrocarbon, meaning itās only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term āoil-freeā isnāt regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. Itās worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skinās lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about Tocopherol
