What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingTridecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientCera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingPetrolatum
EmollientMyristyl Myristate
EmollientIsopropyl Myristate
EmollientPolybutene
Dimethicone
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV AbsorberDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV FilterBenzophenone-3
UV AbsorberBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin ConditioningOryzanol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantAroma
Citric Acid
BufferingLimonene
PerfumingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeSaccharin
MaskingSorbic Acid
PreservativeTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantVanillin
MaskingOzokerite, 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
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPetrolatum
EmollientBeeswax
Emulsion StabilisingOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolybutene
Aroma
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Octyldodecanol
EmollientPropylene Glycol
HumectantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantStevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract
MaskingSucralose
Skin ConditioningCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients 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 AromaOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolOzokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.
The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.
Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.
Learn more about OzokeritePetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumPolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneTocopheryl 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