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Water
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
CleansingAcrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Apium Graveolens Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMenthol
Masking
Menthone Glycerin Acetal
Refreshing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Menthyl Lactate, Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Charcoal Powder, Montmorillonite, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Apium Graveolens Seed Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Menthol, Menthone Glycerin Acetal, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Oleth-20
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-37
Menthol
Masking
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Cinnamate
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Fumaric Acid
BufferingGeraniol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Water, Propylene Glycol, Parfum, Oleth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-37, Menthol, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Panthenol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Benzyl Cinnamate, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Limonene, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Persea Gratissima Oil, Fumaric Acid, Geraniol, Eugenol
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These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Limonene 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 LimoneneMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholParfum 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 one of the most widely used preservatives in skincare (and for good reason!).
It has a large spectrum of antimicrobial activity and especially effective bacteria, yeast, and mold while only having a weak effect on your skin's natural microbiome.
On a cellular level, it disrupts the cell membranes of microbes by poking holes that make the cell leak. This shuts down the chemical reactions the microbe needs to make energy so it can no longer survive.
Another perk of this ingredient is that it stays functional across a wide pH range (3-10).
You'll often see it paired with boosters like Ethylhexylglycerin; one study showed that a 1:9 ratio of Ethylhexylglycerin to Phenoxyethanol damages bacterial membranes as effectively as doubling the Phenoxyethanol concentration on its own.
Typical use concentrations range from 0.3-1% depending on the formula, and this ingredient is capped at 1% int the EU.
Safety-wise, the fear mongering does not hold up to the evidence. The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety and FDA consider it safe as a preservative at up to 1%, including for children of all ages.
Adverse systemic effects only showed up in animal studies at exposures roughly 200x higher than what people get from cosmetics. And despite its very widespread use, this ingredient is a rare sensitizer and allergic reactions are uncommon.
Learn more about PhenoxyethanolWater. 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!
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