What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSqualane
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Panthenol, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Carbomer, Ceramide NP, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Xylitol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAcetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Capryloyloxypalmitamido Isopropanol
EmollientXylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Caprylic Acid
CleansingRaspberry Ketone
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Benzyl Glycol
SolventCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Mentha Viridis Extract
MaskingCitrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Thymus Vulgaris Oil
Masking
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Xylitol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitan Laurate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Panthenol, Beta-Glucan, Madecassoside, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea, Ceramide NP, Bis-Capryloyloxypalmitamido Isopropanol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Glucose, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Carbomer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Caprylic Acid, Raspberry Ketone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Benzyl Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Mentha Viridis Extract, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Thymus Vulgaris Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ceramide 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 GlycerinPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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
