What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
No key ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Ceteareth-30
CleansingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Trideceth-10
CleansingLinalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Glucosyl Hesperidin
HumectantAmyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Hordeum Distichon Extract
Skin ProtectingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Amodimethicone, Ceteareth-30, Cetrimonium Chloride, Parfum, Sodium Gluconate, Panthenol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Trideceth-10, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Oil, Hordeum Distichon Extract, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Amodimethicone
PPG-2-Deceth-12
EmulsifyingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Trideceth-10
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceteareth-20
CleansingSteareth-100
Gel FormingHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPolyquaternium-22
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingMyristyl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCysteine
Antioxidant
Cystine
MaskingMethionine
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Protein Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Sesame Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Barley Protein
Skin ConditioningHexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Alcohol Denat., Amodimethicone, PPG-2-Deceth-12, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Trideceth-10, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceteareth-20, Steareth-100, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Silk, Palmitic Acid, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Citrate, Polyquaternium-22, Lauryl Glucoside, Myristyl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Cysteine, Cystine, Methionine, Avena Sativa Protein Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Sesame Protein, Hydrolyzed Barley Protein, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare.
In haircare, this ingredient:
- Adds shine
- Protects color
- Offers thermal protection
- Boosts hair strength
- Does not build up as easily
This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
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 AcidCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGeraniol 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 GeraniolHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLinalool 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 LinaloolParfum 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.
We don't have a description for Trideceth-10 yet.
Water. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
