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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Extract 5.1%
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingLauramide DEA
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glutathione
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Nelumbo Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Annua Extract
MaskingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Polyquaternium-10
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Centella Asiatica Extract 5.1%, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Cocamide Mea, Lauramide DEA, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glutathione, Niacinamide, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cholesterol, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Beta-Glucan, Dipropylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Squalane, Polyquaternium-10, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Chloride
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Propylene Glycol Laurate
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingTea-Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dextrin
AbsorbentHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Calcium Carbonate
Abrasive
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-10
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Honey Extract
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Extract
EmollientLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientRose Extract
Skin ConditioningArnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Callicarpa Japonica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCornus Controversa Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Betaine, Trehalose, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dextrin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Arginine, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyquaternium-10, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Honey Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Rose Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Callicarpa Japonica Fruit Extract, Cornus Controversa Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Parfum, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
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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.
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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
