What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Benzophenone-3 2%
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide 3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Polybutene
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Triacontanyl Pvp
HumectantMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Hexadecene
SolventSodium Saccharin
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Benzophenone-3 2%, Zinc Oxide 3%, Polybutene, Paraffinum Liquidum, Octyldodecanol, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Triacontanyl Pvp, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Aroma, Hexadecene, Sodium Saccharin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tin Oxide, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Silica, CI 75470, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Mica, CI 73360, CI 15850, Titanium Dioxide, CI 19140
Petrolatum
Emollient
Polyisobutene
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
PEG-8 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Tribehenin
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Isohexadecane
EmollientRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPetrolatum, Polyisobutene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-8 Beeswax, Squalane, Silica, Tribehenin, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Parfum, Isohexadecane, Retinyl Palmitate, BHT, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Tripeptide-1, Benzyl Benzoate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491CI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
This is a synthetic polymer used to thicken formulas, improve texture, and enhance spreadability.
Due to its large molecule size, this ingredient does not penetrate the skin and is considered well-tolerated.
This ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl 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
