What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Coconut Oil
Emollient
Cera Alba
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Canola Oil
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Vanillin
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Saccharin
MaskingAlumina
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
BHT
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Coconut Oil, Cera Alba, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Canola Oil, Jojoba Esters, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethicone, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Myristate, Vanillin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Saccharin, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, BHT, CI 77891
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingTridecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingPetrolatum
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Polybutene
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Oryzanol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aroma
Citric Acid
Buffering
Limonene
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Saccharin
MaskingSorbic Acid
Preservative
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Vanillin
Masking
Ozokerite, Tridecyl Neopentanoate, Octyldodecanol, Cera Microcristallina, Petrolatum, Myristyl Myristate, Isopropyl Myristate, Polybutene, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Benzophenone-3, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Oryzanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma, Citric Acid, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol, Saccharin, Sorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Vanillin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateIsopropyl Myristate is an ester made by combining isopropyl alcohol with myristic acid.
It is primarily an emollient and penetration enhancer that gives products a lightweight, silky feel without the heaviness of oils.
This ingredient is generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating, and has low absorption potential.
You might have heard that this ingredient clogs pores. This reputation comes from the older rabbit ear studies which are more sensitive than human skin to clogging.
Dermatologist Dr. Zoe Draelos has also confirmed in a peer-reviewed paper that products containing comedogenic ingredients are not necessarily comedogenic themselves.
A small subset of people (~2%) may experience contact sensitivity so patch testing is a reasonable idea if you have reactive skin.
Since this ingredient is an ester of myristic acid (a C14 fatty acid), it falls within the carbon chain range that is known to feed Malassezia. This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristatePhenoxyethanol 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.
We don't have a description for Saccharin 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 AcetateVanillin is the main compound of the vanilla bean. It is naturally occuring but can also be artificially created.
This ingredient exhibits antioxidant properties but is also a known skin-irritant.
Vanillism is the term of contact-dermatitis associated with the vanilla plant. The sap of the vanilla plant triggers skin irritation, swelling, and redness.
Learn more about Vanillin
