What's inside
What's inside
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingAmodimethicone
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeCetyl Esters
EmollientParfum
MaskingBehentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetrimonium Chloride
AntimicrobialEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberLactic Acid
BufferingButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantCarnosine
Skin ConditioningLinum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
PerfumingBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningCaesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningBambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Amodimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Esters, Parfum, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trideceth-10, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Carnosine, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
HumectantPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCetrimonium Chloride
AntimicrobialStearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides
Parfum
MaskingQuaternium-80
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
EmollientStyrene/Vp Copolymer
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Seed
Skin ConditioningPhosphoric Acid
BufferingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
MaskingAnanas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPassiflora Edulis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialSorbic Acid
PreservativeWater, Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Stearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides, Parfum, Quaternium-80, Ethylhexylglycerin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Styrene/Vp Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed, Phosphoric Acid, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Alcohol Denat., Sorbic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolThis 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.
Ethylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinParfum 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 ParfumPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is an emulsifier derived from castor oil.
As an emulsifying agent, it helps other ingredients like fragrances and fat-soluble vitamins dissolve cohesively.
Due to its large molecule size, it doesn't penetrate beyond the skin's surface.
This ingredient has a solid regulatory track record; the CIR Expert Panel first concluded it was safe for use in cosmetics at concentrations up to 100% in 1997. A 2012 reassessment reaffirmed that finding. Safety studies have also found no irritation or evidence of toxicity.
A 2019 study did find this ingredient to grow Malassezia, so this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPhenoxyethanol 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.
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