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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Cleansing
Vp/Va Copolymer
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-55
Polyquaternium-4
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningIodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Etidronic Acid
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Vp/Va Copolymer, Glycereth-26, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-55, Polyquaternium-4, Panthenol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Etidronic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Benzyl Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningIsobutane
Vp/Va Copolymer
Bambusa Arundinacea Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningTrametes Versicolor Extract
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Tapioca Starch
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Propane
Polyurethane-14
Glycerin
Humectant
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Amp-Acrylates Copolymer
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Laurtrimonium Chloride
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Isobutane, Vp/Va Copolymer, Bambusa Arundinacea Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tapioca Starch, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propane, Polyurethane-14, Glycerin, Laureth-4, Amp-Acrylates Copolymer, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, CI 42090, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolThis ingredient is a plant-derived protein made by breaking down wheat proteins into smaller amino acids and peptides. It has skin and hair conditioning properties.
People with known wheat allergy or a history of immediate reactions should be cautious with leave-on products containing hydrolyzed wheat proteins.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol yet.
Linalool 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 PanthenolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateVP/VA Copolymer is a synthetic polymer made by joining two smaller molecules (vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate) into a larger chain.
It is mainly used as a film-former and fixing agent. When a product dries, it creates a thin and flexible layer on the skin, hair, or nails. This film helps hold hairstyles into place, adds a smooth feel to skin, and traps moisture to reduce dryness.
Irritation is rare at normal concentrations and it doesn't penetrate deeply into skin.
Learn more about Vp/Va CopolymerWater. 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!
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