What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Euglena Gracilis Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Dextrin
AbsorbentPolydextrose
HumectantAmylopectin
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingLauric Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Distearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
PEG-14m
Emulsion StabilisingLinalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingTetrasodium EDTA
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Tourmaline
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Lauric Acid, Glyceryl Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Parfum, PEG-14m, Linalool, Geraniol, Glycolic Acid, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Tourmaline, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Salicylic 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!
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