What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclomethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Talc
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientBoron Nitride
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Pearl Powder
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyterpene
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Methylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclomethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, Talc, Butylene Glycol, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Boron Nitride, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Silk, Pearl Powder, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, BHT, Dextrin Palmitate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyterpene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Zea Mays Oil, Methylparaben, Parfum, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide 4.45%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 13.72%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningHexyl Laurate
Emollient
Magnesium Sulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingHydrated Silica
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPropylene Carbonate
SolventDimethicone/Methicone Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Titanium Dioxide 4.45%, Zinc Oxide 13.72%, Water, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Hexyl Laurate, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hydrated Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Soluble Collagen, Canola Oil, Glycerin, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Carbomer, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Beta-Carotene, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
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 GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinThis ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.
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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
