What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Lactic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Water, Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Stearate
CleansingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientSnail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disteareth-100 Ipdi
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethyl Hexanediol
SolventMenthyl Lactate
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Gallyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Xylitol
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Loess Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Seed Oil
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glucose
Humectant
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
AntimicrobialLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Honey Extract
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSr-Cat Polypeptide-1
Skin Protecting
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Stearate, Niacinamide, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Snail Secretion Filtrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteareth-100 Ipdi, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Menthyl Lactate, Propanediol, Gallyl Glucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Xylitol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Loess Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Camellia Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Alcohol Denat., Propolis Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glucose, Royal Jelly Extract, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Linoleic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Honey Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Sr-Cat Polypeptide-1, Hydrolyzed Collagen
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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
