What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningArnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Prunus Serotina Bark Extract
MaskingHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPEG-8 Distearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium Chloride
PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate
Emollient
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate-13
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Polyisobutene
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingParaffin
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Water, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Prunus Serotina Bark Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil, Myristyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG-8 Distearate, Hydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium Chloride, PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyacrylate-13, Polysorbate 20, Polyisobutene, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Microcrystalline Wax, Paraffin, Phenoxyethanol, Polyethylene, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Citronellol, Coumarin
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyalkylaminoester-1
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantPvp
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylate-13
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPhospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningFructose
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyporus Umbellatus Extract
Skin ProtectingAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyisobutene
PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate
Emollient
Oleth-10
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Polyalkylaminoester-1, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Pvp, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Citrate, Phospholipids, Pentylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Fructose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer, Myristyl Alcohol, Polyporus Umbellatus Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Polyisobutene, PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Oleth-10, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citronellol 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 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 GlycerinLimonene 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 LimoneneMyristyl Alcohol is type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
As an emollient, myristyl alcohol hydrates the skin by trapping moisture in.
Fatty alcohols are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols.
The FDA allows "alcohol-free" products to contain fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Myristyl AlcoholParfum 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 ParfumPolyacrylate-13 is a type of acrylate polymer. Acrylate polymers are commonly used as adhesives in cosmetics.
Polyacrylate-13 creates a film to protect the skin. It is also used to thicken and stabilize a product. It works by making water a gel-like consistency. This gel consistency helps suspend particles.
Polyacrylate-13 is a copolymer of acrylic acid, acrylamide, sodium acrylate, sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate monomers
Learn more about Polyacrylate-13Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.
It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.
Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.
Learn more about PolyisobutenePolysorbate 20 is a gentle, water-soluble emulsifier and mild surfactant. It stops oil and water from separating to keep your formulas blended and stable.
It also acts as a mild penetration enhancer by helping active ingredients absorb slightly better.
The common safety discussion around this ingredient involves a manufacturing byproduct called 1,4-dioxane.
Trace amounts can form during production but the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has concluded that levels at/below 10 ppm in finished products are safe (commercial products consistently fall within acceptable margins).
True allergic reactions are uncommon and the CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be safe as used in cosmetics.
Because it is derived from lauric acid, it may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20This ingredient comes from propionic acid (a preservative) and myristyl alcohol (a fatty alcohol).
It is an emollient that leaves a dry texture on the skin. According to a manufacturer, this ingredient is non-occlusive.
The 2 stands for the number of repeating units of propylene glycol in the compound.
Chem/IUPAC: Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)], .alpha.-(1-oxopropyl)-.omega.-(tetradecyloxy)-
Learn more about PPG-2 Myristyl Ether PropionateWater. 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
