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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Lauryl Betaine
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder
Exfoliating
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Polyquaternium-39
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantFructan
Skin ConditioningFructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lauryl Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-39, Decylene Glycol, Allantoin, Dipropylene Glycol, Fructan, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Potassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingAcrylates Copolymer
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingTromethamine
BufferingSucrose
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
CleansingSqualane
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Babassuamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingCaramel
Cosmetic Colorant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Camellia Oleifera Seed Extract
AstringentTetrasodium EDTA
Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingGelatin
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Panax Ginseng Seed Oil
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Moisturising
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
Ceteth-4
EmulsifyingPEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol
Cleansing
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Vigna Radiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
CleansingHydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins
Skin ConditioningSaponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Albumen Extract
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Berry Extract
Skin Conditioning
Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicTriticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMedicago Sativa Extract
TonicTocopherol
Antioxidant
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Raphanus Sativus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Campestris Extract
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Propyl Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTropolone
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSerine
Masking
Alanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningSodium Phosphate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Potassium Cocoate, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Acrylates Copolymer, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Tromethamine, Sucrose, Stearic Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Squalane, Hexylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Babassuamidopropyl Betaine, Caramel, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Camellia Oleifera Seed Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Gelatin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Panax Ginseng Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Sterols, Ceteth-4, PEG-5 Rapeseed Sterol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Chlorphenesin, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Cholesterol, Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract, Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract, BHT, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Pyridoxine Hcl, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Linoleic Acid, Albumen Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Carbomer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Dioscorea Oppositifolia Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Cellulose Gum, Niacinamide, Biotin, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Medicago Sativa Extract, Tocopherol, Linolenic Acid, Raphanus Sativus Seed Extract, Brassica Campestris Extract, Ascorbyl Propyl Hyaluronate, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tropolone, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Xanthan Gum, Serine, Alanine, Proline, Sodium Phosphate, Parfum
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCeramide NP is a type of ceramide and formally known as ceramide 3.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium Cocoyl Glycinate is a cleansing agent. It can be naturally derived or synthetically-created.
As a surfactant, it helps clean your skin by gathering dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away more easily.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolThis tree is also known as the David Elm. It contains the ingredient bakuchiol.
Other great compounds found in this ingredient include galactose, glucose, and phenolics. The sugar content gives it great skin hydrating properties. Phenolics are potent antioxidants commonly found in fruits and veggies.
A 2020 study found the phenolics of this root to have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Fun fact: This ingredient is used in traditional Asian medicine.
Learn more about Ulmus Davidiana Root ExtractWater. 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!
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