What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Propanediol
Solvent
Silica
Abrasive
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingC20-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberCarnosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Cleansing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingBHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Propanediol, Silica, Niacinamide, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, C20-22 Alcohols, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Carnosine, Tocopherol, Parfum, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, BHT, Sodium Hydroxide, O-Cymen-5-Ol
Water
Skin ConditioningOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingC18-21 Alkane
SolventDibutyl Adipate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingPolysilicone-15
UV Filter
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Acrylates Copolymer
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Glycosaminoglycans
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
Astringent
Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCedrus Deodara Wood Oil
Masking
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil
Masking
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMethyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Perfuming
Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract
AntiseborrhoeicRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingThymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicWater, Ozokerite, C18-21 Alkane, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Microcrystalline Wax, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Acrylates Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Isostearate, Glycosaminoglycans, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cedrus Deodara Wood Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, CI 77891, Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Oil, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Pinus Palustris 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
Dibutyl Adipate is a lightweight, oil-soluble ester that acts as an emollient and solvent. It helps products spread more easily and leaves a soft, silky, dry-touch finish without being greasy.
You'll likely see this ingredient in sunscreens because it does a nice job dissolving UV filters and keeping them evenly distributed.
This ingredient has been found to be safe as used in cosmetics, wasn't a skin or eye irritant in clinical patch testing, and wasn't phototoxic.
In a clinical comedogenicity test, this ingredient tested negative so it isn't likely to clog pores.
Typical use levels are about 5-8% for sunscreens + nail products, but can range from 0.005%-8% depending on the product.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateEthylhexyl Triazone (aka Octyl Triazone) is an oil-soluble organic UVB filter. It has peak absorption around 314 nm, right in the middle of the UVB range.
This ingredient is described as one of the most effective UVB filters available and small concentrations are enough to deliver a high SPF thanks to its strong UV absorbing power.
Formulators love it for its stability; its ability to filter UV stays practically unchanged even under intense radiation and it can also help boost the photostability of less stable filters like avobenzone.
It's also a great pick for water resistant products because it's insoluble in water and has a good affinity for keratin.
Because it's a big, heavy molecule, the European Scientific Committee has found to to have very low dermal penetration and negative results for allergenicity.
In vitro testing also showed a low absorption rate and clean results on irritation.
Typical use levels are 1-5% with 5% being the maximum in the EU, Japan, and other markets that allow it. However, this ingredient is not approved yet in the US or Canada.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
