What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
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 ConditioningCorallina 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 ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Citrus Grandis Extract
AntimicrobialEpilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSea Whip Extract
Skin ConditioningSyringa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicBisabolol
Antioxidant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Glucose Oxidase
StabilisingGlucose Pentaacetate
Emulsion StabilisingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Xylitol
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyquaternium-10
Amodimethicone
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Palmitoyl Proline
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetate
BufferingSodium Chloride
MaskingCarnosine
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Caprylyl 2-Glyceryl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Potassium Thiocyanate
StabilisingLactoferrin
Skin ConditioningLactoperoxidase
StabilisingIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingPotassium Phosphate
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Urea, Lactobionic Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Citrus Grandis Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, Sea Whip Extract, Syringa Vulgaris Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Biotin, Bisabolol, Anhydroxylitol, Glucose Oxidase, Glucose Pentaacetate, Maltodextrin, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Polyquaternium-10, Amodimethicone, Trideceth-12, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Dipropylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Palmitoyl Proline, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Chloride, Carnosine, Butylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Caprylyl 2-Glyceryl Ascorbate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Metabisulfite, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Potassium Thiocyanate, Lactoferrin, Lactoperoxidase, Isopropyl Alcohol, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, BHT, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredientās final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinParfum 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 āFRAGRANCEā or āPARFUMā 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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
