What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Seed Water
Antimicrobial
Avena Sativa Meal Extract
SoothingCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, PEG-10 Isostearate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa Seed Water, Avena Sativa Meal Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Water, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Camellia Seed Oil
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Juglans Regia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Carum Carvi Seed Oil
Masking
Matricaria Recutita Flower Oil
Perfuming
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Papain
Skin ConditioningCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Carrot Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Isododecane, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Synthetic Wax, Pisum Sativum Extract, Glycine Soja Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Squalane, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Camellia Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Juglans Regia Seed Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Carum Carvi Seed Oil, Matricaria Recutita Flower Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Panthenol, Glycerin, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Papain, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Allantoin, Niacinamide, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Carrot Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Water, Ceramide NP, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phytosphingosine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate
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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 GlycolCetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
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 GlycerinSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxWater. 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
