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Octocrylene 9%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 4.5%
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientGlyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Polyamide-3
Polybutene
Silica Cetyl Silylate
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf Extract
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingOctocrylene 9%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Homosalate 4.5%, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Benzyl Alcohol, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Aroma, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Isohexadecane, Persea Gratissima Oil, Polyamide-3, Polybutene, Silica Cetyl Silylate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tripeptide-1, Xanthan Gum
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 10%
UV Absorber
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
EmollientCanola Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Aroma
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf Extract
EmollientSunflower Seed Oil Glycerides
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%, Octocrylene 10%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Canola Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Aroma, Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf Extract, Sunflower Seed Oil Glycerides, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
“Aroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.”
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaAlso known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateHomosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateOctocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilWe don't have a description for Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf Extract yet.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
