What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningVigna Radiata Seed Extract 11%
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Bentonite
Absorbent
Diglycerin
Humectant
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentPropanediol
Solvent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPhaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder 0.6%
Calamine
AbsorbentPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Cocos Nucifera Shell Powder
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract 0.1%
Skin ConditioningPhaseolus Radiatus Extract 0.1%
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingChlorella Vulgaris Powder
Skin ConditioningPolyisobutene
Glucose
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Disodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingAbies Sibirica Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Salvia Sclarea Oil
Masking
Phaseolus Radiatus Sprout Extract
HumectantAnthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Hydrolyzed Extensin
Skin ConditioningJuniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Canadian Colloidal Clay
Skin ConditioningManicouagan Clay
AbsorbentIllite
Abrasive
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentProtease
Exfoliating
Water, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract 11%, Glycerin, Kaolin, Bentonite, Diglycerin, Zea Mays Starch, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder 0.6%, Calamine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cocos Nucifera Shell Powder, Ethylhexylglycerin, Niacinamide, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract 0.1%, Phaseolus Radiatus Extract 0.1%, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Chlorella Vulgaris Powder, Polyisobutene, Glucose, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Allantoin, Sorbitan Oleate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Abies Sibirica Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Phaseolus Radiatus Sprout Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Manicouagan Clay, Illite, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Montmorillonite, Protease
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Bentonite
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Canadian Colloidal Clay
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentIllite
Abrasive
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Corylus Avellana Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbitan Palmitate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantDisodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Squalane
Emollient
Menthoxypropanediol
Masking
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientBetaine
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentMenthol
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Algae Extract
Emollient
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract
Skin ConditioningLonicera Caprifolium Extract
AstringentLimonia Acidissima Extract
Skin ConditioningBambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Halimeda Opuntia Extract
EmollientDiospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin Protecting
Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Tremella Fuciformis Extract
Humectant
Water, Kaolin, Bentonite, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Montmorillonite, Illite, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Glycosyl Trehalose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Squalane, Menthoxypropanediol, Isoamyl Laurate, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Betaine, Propanediol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Menthol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Algae Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract, Lonicera Caprifolium Extract, Limonia Acidissima Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Halimeda Opuntia Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tremella Fuciformis Extract
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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Bentonite is an aluminium phyllosilicate clay with great absorbent properties. The name 'bentonite' comes from the area where the largest source is found: Fort Benton, Wyoming.
As a clay, bentonite is often used to absorb excess oil and provide exfoliation. It has also been shown to have some antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies show bentonite was effective at calming dermatitis from poison ivy and in diaper dermatitis of infants. Bentonite has also been shown to act as a barrier against toxic compounds on your skin.
Sunscreens containing bentonite display higher water resistance and stay on the skin for much longer. The sunscreens containing bentonite also show higher potency and UV light absorbtion.
Bentonite is naturally created from volcanic ash and several natural weathering/hydrothermal processes.
A common usage of bentonite is removing excess protein from white wines. Bentonite contains a property of being able to absorb large amounts of protein from aqueous solutions.
Phyllosilicate clay has a structure formed by sheets.
Learn more about BentoniteBetaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene 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 GlycolWe don't have a description for Canadian Colloidal Clay yet.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil comes from the chamomile flower (like the tea you drink).
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Chamomile oil can help soothe and hydrate your skin.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower OilDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinIllite is an exfoliant.
Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinMontmorillonite is a clay (aluminomagnesium silicate) with strong absorption properties. It has a similar pH to skin.
This clay is named after Montmorillon in France.
Learn about other types of clay, such as Kaolin, Bentonite, or Fuller's Earth.
Learn more about MontmorillonitePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
