What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract
HumectantPolypodium Vulgare Rhizome Extract
HumectantSphagnum Magellanicum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract, Polypodium Vulgare Rhizome Extract, Sphagnum Magellanicum Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Gluconolactone, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Behenyl Behenate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceryl Esters
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Picea Abies Extract
Skin ConditioningSilver
Cosmetic Colorant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Maclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Behenyl Behenate, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceryl Esters, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Picea Abies Extract, Silver, 1,2-Hexanediol, Maclura Cochinchinensis Leaf Prenylflavonoids
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.Ā
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 preservativesĀ
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent that helps cosmetics stay fresh, stable, and consistent over time.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product. It also helps prevent the growth of unwanted microbes in products that contain water.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidThis ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredientās final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Ā
Itās 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. Remember to 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
