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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ecklonia Cava Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Acanthopanax Koreanum Extract
Skin ConditioningC14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientBetaine
Humectant
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Polyacrylate-13
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPolyisobutene
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Disodium EDTA
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Urea
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingFructose
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Maltose
MaskingJuniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trehalose, Acanthopanax Koreanum Extract, C14-22 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Betaine, Beeswax, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Polyacrylate-13, Sorbitan Stearate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Polyisobutene, Sodium Polyacrylate, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citric Acid, Urea, Sodium Hydroxide, Fructose, Glucose, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Maltose, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol 10%
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tromethamine
BufferingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Panthenol 10%, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tromethamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Copper Tripeptide-1
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Ā
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesĀ
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSqualane 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 SqualaneWater. 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
