What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Raffinose
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningPiper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningTilia Vulgaris Flower Extract
SoothingJasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLinum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCoceth-7
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingTriethylhexanoin
MaskingPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingFolic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Raffinose, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Tilia Vulgaris Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Soluble Collagen, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Glycerin, Panthenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Coceth-7, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Triethylhexanoin, Polyquaternium-51, Glycosyl Trehalose, Adenosine, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Folic Acid, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
Solvent
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Enteromorpha Compressa Extract
Skin ProtectingCodium Tomentosum Extract
Skin ProtectingUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
Emulsifying
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMaris Aqua
HumectantParfum
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Disodium EDTA
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Betula Alba Juice
AstringentCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water
MaskingChamaecyparis Obtusa Water
MaskingThuja Orientalis Extract
AntimicrobialCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingVitis Vinifera Fruit Water
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Prunus Mume Fruit Water
HumectantCeramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Alcohol Denat., Glycereth-26, Butylene Glycol, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maris Aqua, Parfum, Adenosine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Betula Alba Juice, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Ceramide NP, Caprylyl Glycol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Thuja Orientalis Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Prunus Mume Fruit Water, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Cholesterol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Phytosphingosine, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Ceramide EOP
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.
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 preservatives
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineBiosaccharide Gum-1 is a sugar created by fermenting sorbitol (which usually comes from potato starch!). It is known for its soothing and moisturizing properties.
Manufacturer tests show this ingredient helped reduce irritation from lactic acid by almost half and kept skin hydrated long-term as a humectant
Beyond hydration, Biosaccharide Gum-1 gives formulas a silky, non-sticky feel.
This ingredient is gentle, versatile, and suitable for all skin types.
Fun fact: Similar sugars can be found naturally in fruits like apples and pears.
Learn more about Biosaccharide Gum-1Butylene 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 GlycolCeramide NP is a type of ceramide and formally known as ceramide 3.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateWater. 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
