What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Propolis Wax
EmollientPicea Abies Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Chitin
Abrasive
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Propolis Wax, Picea Abies Extract, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Chitin
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydroxystearic Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Fructan
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Tribehenin PEG-20 Esters
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Glutathione
Parfum
Masking
Methylparaben
Preservative
Imidazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Vitex Agnus Castus Extract
AstringentGlycerin
Humectant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Silanediol Salicylate
EmollientHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Asparagopsis Armata Extract
Skin ProtectingHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
PEG-35 Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydroxystearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Fructan, Glyceryl Stearate, Tribehenin PEG-20 Esters, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Cetyl Alcohol, Lecithin, Arbutin, Linolenic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glutathione, Parfum, Methylparaben, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclodextrin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Silanediol Salicylate, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, PEG-35 Castor Oil, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Propylene Glycol
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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.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButylene 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 GlycolThis extract comes from cucumber. Cucumbers are mostly made up of water (95%), and the other 5% is composed of: vitamin C, caffeic acid, fatty acids, amino acids, and other minerals.
Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory, barrier repair, and hydrating properties.
They contain shikimate dehydrigenase, an enzyme shown to help reduce inflammation and soothe the skin.
The amino acids found in cucumbers help nourish our skin's natural acid mantle (it's an important part of our skin barrier). This slightly acidic film acts as a barrier to protect us from bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants.
Unless you have an allergy to cucumbers, this is generally a non-irritating ingredient.
Fun fact: Cucumis Sativus is native to South Asia and can now be found on every continent.
Learn more about Cucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateGlycerin 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 GlycerinWater. 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 Water
