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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Saccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantGlycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
AntimicrobialAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Geraniol
Perfuming
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitronellol
Perfuming
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Adenosine, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Betaine, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Ascorbic Acid, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Geraniol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Citronellol, Hyaluronic Acid, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
Humectant
Magnesium PCA
Humectant
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Manganese PCA
HumectantCitrullus Lanatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Malpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium Phosphate
BufferingSodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sodium Glycolate
BufferingSodium Formate
Buffering
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Propanediol, Glycerin, Squalane, Glyceryl Stearate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA, Zinc PCA, Manganese PCA, Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Malpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Glycolate, Sodium Formate, Sodium Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, CI 15985, CI 14700
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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.
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 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 GlycerinHyaluronic acid (HA) is a glycosaminoglycan (basically a long sugar chain) that your skin already makes on its own. In your skin, HA lives in the extracellular matrix and acts as the body's moisture reservoir.
Topically, HA is a humectant that binds water and helps skin look more plump, smooth, and hydrated.
The only catch is that HA isn't a single thing; it actually comes in a wide range of molecular weights (~50 - 2,000+ kDA) and size matters.
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
This is why the best HA serums blend the two sizes together so you get the best of both worlds.
The majority of cosmetic HA is produced by bacterial fermentation, typically using Streptococcus or Bacillus strains. Typical use levels in skincare sit around 0.1-2%.
A clinical study using a 0.2% low-molecular weight HA gel showed improvement in facial seborrheic dermatitis with excellent tolerance.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidLimonene 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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolWater. 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
