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Water
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Bentonite
Absorbent
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glycol Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
PEG-100 Stearate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Juglans Regia Shell Powder
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Strawberry Fruit
AstringentPrunus Persica Kernel Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Dried Cream
Skin ConditioningVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Bentonite, Stearic Acid, Glycol Stearate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Coco-Glucoside, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Strawberry Fruit, Prunus Persica Kernel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Maltodextrin, Dried Cream, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77891, CI 14700
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Sorbitol
Humectant
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Water
Skin ConditioningCamellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower Water
MaskingMenthol
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Galactoarabinan
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Algin
Masking
Heptyl Glucoside
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Propanediol, Sorbitol, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Water, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Menthol, Allantoin, Galactoarabinan, Beta-Glucan, Algin, Heptyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceGlycerin 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 GlycerinParfum 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
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