What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Sd Alcohol 40-B
Astringent
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Butane
Water
Skin ConditioningVa/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingAmmonium Benzoate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sd Alcohol 40-B, Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Butane, Water, Va/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Ammonium Benzoate, Parfum, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hexyl Cinnamal, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzophenone-4, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ascorbic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Juglans Nigra Shell Extract
AstringentUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentGeranium Maculatum Extract
TonicYucca Schidigera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialHippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingEquisetum Hyemale Extract
Skin ConditioningSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Larrea Divaricata Extract
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alcohol Denat., Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Panthenol, Water, Propylene Glycol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Juglans Nigra Shell Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Yucca Schidigera Root Extract, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Equisetum Hyemale Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Larrea Divaricata Extract, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalWe don't have a description for Hydrofluorocarbon 152a yet.
Panthenol 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 PanthenolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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
