What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Palm Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Ceteareth-25
CleansingPEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Acetyl Cysteine
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Silica
Abrasive
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PEG-20 Glyceryl Laurate
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Water, Isopropyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-25, PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Acetyl Cysteine, Maltodextrin, Silica, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Polysorbate 20, PEG-20 Glyceryl Laurate, Tocopherol, Linoleic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Diamond Powder, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Citric Acid, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Triisostearin
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPetrolatum
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Maltitol
HumectantPotassium Methoxysalicylate
BleachingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Beheneth-20
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Theanine
Emollient
Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium EDTA
Polyvinyl Alcohol
PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Retinyl Acetate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
BHT
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Sodium Metaphosphate
BufferingEctoin
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Linalool
Perfuming
Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningGeraniol
Perfuming
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingPaeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract
CleansingCrataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningFagus Sylvatica Bud Extract
TonicPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Glycine
Buffering
Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningInositol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantRosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicSerine
Masking
Zingiber Aromaticus Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Yeast
Skin ConditioningBenzoic Acid
Masking
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningLauryl Betaine
CleansingPotentilla Erecta Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Uncaria Gambir Extract
AstringentSodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan
CleansingCentaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentBupleurum Falcatum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Triisostearin, Squalane, Behenyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Petrolatum, Dimethicone, Maltitol, Potassium Methoxysalicylate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Stearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Beheneth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Silica, Theanine, Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Trisodium EDTA, Polyvinyl Alcohol, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Retinyl Acetate, Sodium Citrate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Alcohol, BHT, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Metaphosphate, Ectoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, CI 77492, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Linalool, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Geraniol, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydrolyzed Silk, Limonene, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Glycine, Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract, Inositol, Tocopherol, Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, CI 77491, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Serine, Zingiber Aromaticus Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Isostearic Acid, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Benzoic Acid, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Lauryl Betaine, Potentilla Erecta Root Extract, Polysorbate 20, Uncaria Gambir Extract, Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Silica, 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 SilicaTocopherol (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 skin’s 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 TocopherolWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
