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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-5 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-5 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Abies Alba Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Centifolia Callus Culture Extract
Skin ProtectingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-5 Dioleate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Water, Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Abies Alba Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Rosa Centifolia Callus Culture Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Artemisia Vulgaris Oil
Perfuming
Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Gardenia Florida Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAmyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningBetula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
Skin Conditioning
Rice Amino Acids
Skin Conditioning
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Triethylhexanoin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Artemisia Vulgaris Oil, Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Gardenia Florida Flower Extract, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract, Water, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Rice Amino Acids, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil, Butylene 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.
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
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 GlycolHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilThis ingredient is also known as olive oil. It has been used in skincare for centuries and science largely backs up its reputation as a nourishing emollient.
The main components of olive oil are oleic acid (55-83%), linoleic acid (3.5-20%), and palmitic acid (7-20%). Oleic acid promotes skin regeneration and helps regulate inflammatory responses.
Squalene is also naturally present in olive oil and exhibits moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
The polyphenols in olive oil also show anti-aging promise; one clinical study found a measurable improvement in skin appearance after 30 days of topical serum use.
Just be aware that applying olive oil directly to skin can weaken the barrier and cause redness. One study with volunteers found even people without sensitive skin experienced a significant reduction in stratum corneum integrity and induced mild erythema.
It's best to use this ingredient as part of a carefully crafted formula (instead of putting it on skin directly from the bottle).
Because it has a 2-3 on the comedogenic scale, it is a moderate risk for acne-prone skin. However, the overall formulation of a product matters more than a few ingredients with comedogenic ratings.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because of the oleic and palmitic acid content. These fall within the C11-24 fatty acid range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize to grow.
Overall, olive oil is a well-studied and nourishing skincare ingredient.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate is derived from isostearic acid. It is an emollient and emulsifier.
The highest concentration of this ingredient is found in lipsticks.
This ingredient is minimally water soluble and may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearateWater. 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
