What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPetrolatum
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Soymilk Protein
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicTocopherol
Antioxidant
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningThiamine Hcl
MaskingBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningRiboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Petrolatum, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Water, Ceramide NP, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Soymilk Protein, Niacinamide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pyridoxine, Biotin, Tocopherol, Cyanocobalamin, Thiamine Hcl, Beta-Carotene, Riboflavin
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingVinyldimethicone
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Elaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methyl Trimethicone, Squalane, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Behenyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Vinyldimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Cholesterol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Ceramide NP, Disodium EDTA, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters, Allantoin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
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
This ingredient is an 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.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant. This oil is non-fragrant and is an emollient. As an emollient, meadowfoam seed oil helps soften and hydrate the skin.
Meadowfoam seed oil is stable and has a long shelf life due to its chemical structure. It has the highest concentration of stable fatty-acids among plant oils, preventing it from degrading once exposed to oxygen.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Meadowfoam is native to California and Oregon.
Learn more about Limnanthes Alba Seed OilPanthenol 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 Panthenol
