This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Gluconolactone to refine skin texture and brighten dull-looking skin.
This pore-care toner is formulated around Niacinamide and Gluconolactone to refine the look of pores and balance excess oil.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
No concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Gluconolactone 10%
Chelating
Glycerin
Humectant
Tromethamine
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
ChelatingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
Humectant
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone 10%, Glycerin, Tromethamine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningXylitol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methylpropanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMenthyl Lactate
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
ChelatingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Chelating
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Jasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Xylitol, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, C12-14 Pareth-12, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Menthyl Lactate, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Gluconolactone, Panthenol, Allantoin, Betaine Salicylate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
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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.
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 preservatives
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 GlycolDisodium 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 EthylhexylglycerinGluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneWater. 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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