What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAnnona Cherimola Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
AntimicrobialGlycerin
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
MaskingArtemisia Argyi Leaf Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPropanediol
SolventPEG-6
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingAllantoin
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
AntimicrobialThymus Vulgaris Extract
PerfumingHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMalva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
MaskingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Water
MaskingZinc Chloride
Antimicrobial1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningIsopentyldiol
HumectantCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Disodium EDTA
Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Citrate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingPropylene Glycol
HumectantPhenylpropanol
MaskingSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativeCitric Acid
Buffering2-Aminobutanol
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDehydroacetic Acid
PreservativeWater, Annona Cherimola Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Artemisia Argyi Leaf Water, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Acacia Senegal Gum, Aminomethyl Propanol, Propanediol, PEG-6, Centella Asiatica Extract, Allantoin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Water, Zinc Chloride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Isopentyldiol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Phenylpropanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Citric Acid, 2-Aminobutanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propylene 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 GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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