What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Lecithin
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Dextran
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
AstringentGlycoproteins
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Isopentyldiol, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Propanediol, Lecithin, Alcohol, Pvp, Caffeine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Biotin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Dextran, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Glycoproteins, Oligopeptide-2, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingCitric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pantothenic Acid
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientMyristoyl Hexapeptide-16
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Skin Conditioning
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Arginine Glutamate
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Angelica Archangelica Extract
Skin ConditioningTrifolium Pratense Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Pantothenic Acid, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Arginine, Arginine Glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Angelica Archangelica Extract, Trifolium Pratense Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 EthylhexylglycerinHydrolyzed pea protein has skin conditioning and emollient properties. It is created by cutting protein fragments (peptides) into smaller pieces.
According to a manufacturer, this size of this ingredient makes it easy to be absorbed into skin where they strengthen the skin barrier, improve moisture retention, and improve signs of irritation.
One study that included pea proteins in a topical product reported improved atopic dermatitis symptom scores while a patent containing this ingredient suggests this ingredient to support hydration-related pathways in the skin.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Pea ProteinGinseng root is a well-loved ingredient in Asian skincare for good reason. It hydrates the skin, soothes irritation, and helps even out skin tone.
In traditional East Asian medicine, ginseng has been used for centuries both as food and as a healing remedy, and modern research continues to confirm its skin benefits.
One of the standout features of ginseng is its ability to improve blood circulation and oxygen delivery to the skin, bringing a fresh supply of nutrients to support overall skin health. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This helps to protect your skin against damage from UV exposure, pollution, and daily stress.
Additionally, studies suggest that ginseng may help reduce hyperpigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase, the enzyme involved in melanin production.
There are different types of ginseng used in skincare, and while they all share core benefits, their potency can vary.
Most products use fresh or white ginseng because it’s more affordable. However, red ginseng, produced by steaming the root, contains higher levels of ginsenosides, which are compounds with proven anti-aging effects. These ginsenosides help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Note: All forms of ginseng are listed simply as “Panax ginseng” in ingredient lists. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about which type of ginseng is used in their ingredients.
For general antioxidant benefits, any ginseng extract will do, but for wrinkle care or firmer skin, red or fermented ginseng is often more effective.
In short, ginseng is a powerhouse ingredient that supports hydration, radiance, and resilience.
Learn more about Panax Ginseng Root ExtractTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
