What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientPolyisobutene
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Parfum
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Microcrystalline Wax, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Synthetic Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Parfum, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Propolis Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Emollient
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientMyristica Fragrans Extract
MaskingMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingEthylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Quaternium-18 Bentonite
PEG-5 Phytosterol
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycereth-20
HumectantPEG-10 Rapeseed Sterol
CleansingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningBetula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingCorchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate, Ceresin, Synthetic Wax, Diisostearyl Malate, Myristica Fragrans Extract, Microcrystalline Wax, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Glycerin, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, PEG-5 Phytosterol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Asiaticoside, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-20, PEG-10 Rapeseed Sterol, Glyceryl Stearate, Phytosphingosine, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Water, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77891, CI 77492
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
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 EthylhexylglycerinHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneMicrocrystalline Wax is derived from petroleum through a de-oiling process, then highly refined and purified before use in cosmetics.
In skincare formulations, it is used to improve texture and create a smooth, even consistency. It also helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating.
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate is an emollient ester.
As an emollient, it softens and hydrates your skin by locking moisture in. Its large, branched structure gives it a thick, cushiony feel without being greasy. This is why it shows up most often in lip balms, lipsticks, and other stick or balm formulas, where it adds gloss and helps hold waxes and pigments together.
The phytosterol portion is a nice extra. Phytosterols are plant-based lipids that are structurally similar to ones found naturally in skin, so they can help support the skin barrier.
Because this ingredient contains C16, C18, and C22 fatty chains, it may not be Malassezia/fungal acne safe. The Malassezia yeast potentially feeds on fatty acids in the C11-C24 range. If you're prone to flare-ups, you might want to patch-test or skip this one.
Learn more about Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer DilinoleateSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
