What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Stearate
Emulsifying
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Punica Granatum Sterols
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Monarda Didyma Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Hull Extract
MoisturisingSilver
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Olivate
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hordeum Distichon Extract
Skin ProtectingTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Betula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Lysate
Skin ConditioningDecyl Oleate
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Polyacrylate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11
Emulsion StabilisingCocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
EmollientCocos Nucifera Water
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Isoamyl Laurate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Propanediol, Coconut Alkanes, Dicaprylyl Ether, Polyglyceryl-4 Stearate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Squalane, Punica Granatum Sterols, Linoleic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Monarda Didyma Extract, Oryza Sativa Hull Extract, Silver, Polyglutamic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil, Hordeum Distichon Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Lysate, Decyl Oleate, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Citric Acid, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice, Cocos Nucifera Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Glycol, Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Linalool, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialIsocetyl Stearate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Methyldihydrojasmonate
MaskingCopper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Maleic Acid
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Bisabolol
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Foeniculum Vulgare Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Collagen
Moisturising
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phytate
Cholesterol
Emollient
Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
Skin Conditioning
Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
MoisturisingCamellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Lactate
BufferingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingMethylpropanediol
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyvinyl Alcohol
Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate
Antioxidant
Isohexadecane
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Histidine Hcl
Skin ConditioningStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearoxytrimethylsilane
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingViola Tricolor Extract
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Stearate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glycolic Acid, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isocetyl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Methyldihydrojasmonate, Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Maleic Acid, Lactic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Bisabolol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Foeniculum Vulgare Seed Extract, Ceramide NP, Collagen, Jojoba Esters, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sodium Phytate, Cholesterol, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Stearic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Methylpropanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate, Isohexadecane, Polysilicone-11, Histidine Hcl, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearoxytrimethylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Viola Tricolor Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Polysorbate 60, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
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 ExtractCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium 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 BenzoateSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
