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Prunus Persica Fruit Water 77%
Masking2,3-Butanediol
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantDipropylene Glycol
HumectantNiacinamide
SmoothingButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventStreptococcus Thermophilus Ferment
HumectantPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
AbrasivePyrus Malus Juice
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningBacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningPhellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningXylose
HumectantGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantAlpha-Arbutin
AntioxidantPrunus Persica Extract
CleansingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventSqualane
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDiphenyl Dimethicone
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantTromethamine
BufferingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPanthenol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin ConditioningCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningPolyglutamic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingTocopherol
AntioxidantBetaine Salicylate
AntimicrobialAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantAscorbyl Glucoside
AntioxidantMaltodextrin
AbsorbentGlycine
BufferingSerine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantAspartic Acid
MaskingLeucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningArginine
MaskingTyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningTheanine
EmollientValine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
HumectantCysteine
AntioxidantMethionine
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingPrunus Persica Fruit Water 77%, 2,3-Butanediol, Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lactobacillus Ferment, Methylpropanediol, Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Juice, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Bacillus Ferment, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Xylose, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Alpha-Arbutin, Prunus Persica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Propanediol, Squalane, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Adenosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tromethamine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ceramide NP, Allantoin, Cyanocobalamin, Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Betaine Salicylate, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Maltodextrin, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Theanine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Cysteine, Methionine, Xanthan Gum, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney Extract
HumectantPropanediol
SolventTriethylhexanoin
MaskingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
HumectantPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion StabilisingCitrus Tangerina Peel Oil
MaskingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Ferment
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MaskingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
MaskingBoswellia Carterii Oil
MaskingAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningArginine
MaskingCitrus Limon Peel Oil
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
MaskingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
PerfumingCananga Odorata Flower Oil
MaskingCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Cholesterol
EmollientOleic Acid
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Propolis Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Honey Extract, Propanediol, Triethylhexanoin, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Glyceryl Stearate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment, Saccharomyces Ferment, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Cellulose Gum, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Boswellia Carterii Oil, Alcohol Denat., Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Arginine, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil, Disodium EDTA, Cholesterol, Oleic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineButylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an 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.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.
Studies show lactobacillus ferment to be effective at repairing the skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. It also protects against bad bacteria.
As a probiotic/prebiotic/postbiotic, Lactobacillus ferment can help regular our natural biome. In fact, one study found a lack of diversity in our natural skin biome can trigger acne.
Learn more about Lactobacillus FermentPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolTriethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.
As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.
Learn more about TriethylhexanoinWater. 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