What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 19.5%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Acrylates Copolymer
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Octyldodecyl Xyloside
EmulsifyingPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningFusanus Spicatus Wood Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCalcium Chloride
AstringentGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Xylose
HumectantBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Linalool
Perfuming
Farnesol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Zinc Oxide 19.5%, Water, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Octyldodecanol, Acrylates Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Squalane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Saccharide Isomerate, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Silica, Isostearic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Salvia Officinalis Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Gluconate, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Calcium Chloride, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Xylose, Beta-Carotene, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Linalool, Farnesol, Limonene, Geraniol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Triolein
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Alcohol
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentSaccharide Isomerate
Humectant
PEG-75 Stearate
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCeteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingBisabolol
Masking
Copper PCA
HumectantLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningEugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Sodium Citrate
BufferingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Vegetable Oil
Skin Conditioning
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Linalool
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Triolein, Brassica Alcohol, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Saccharide Isomerate, PEG-75 Stearate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Cellulose Gum, Bisabolol, Copper PCA, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Gluconate, Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Linoleic Acid, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Stearic Acid, Vegetable Oil, Linolenic Acid, Linalool, Eugenol, Limonene, Geraniol
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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.
Citric 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 AcidGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolGlycerin 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 GlycerinLavandula Angustifolia Oil is more commonly known as lavender essential oil. It is considered a fragrancing ingredient.
Lavender imparts a famous scent. While the smell is lovely, this ingredient and may sensitize skin in topical products. This is because about 85% of the oil is made up of linalool and linalyl acetate.
When exposed to air, these two compounds become strong allergens. This ingredient exhibits cytotoxicity at low concentrations; amounts of 0.25% have been shown to damage skin cells.
A study from Japan found this ingredient caused lavender sensitivity after widespread exposure.
Lavender essential oil has some antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, the cons of this ingredient may outweight the pros.
More research is needed to confirm lavender essential oil's effects when used in aromatherapy.
Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia OilLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolSaccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is a skin hydrator.
The structure of this ingredient can be altered to be more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. This ability to mimic our skin gives it hydrating properties.
Specifically, saccharide Isomerate is a humectant. Humectants draw moisture from the air to our skin.
Research shows Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
Learn more about Saccharide IsomerateSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateThis is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateTocopherol (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
