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Water
Skin ConditioningPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Manilkara Multinervis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Vanillyl Butyl Ether
MaskingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caffeine, Manilkara Multinervis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Vanillyl Butyl Ether, Maltodextrin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic Acid, Citric Acid, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Citral
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Kaolin
Abrasive
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentMenthyl Ethylamido Oxalate
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Schinus Terebinthifolia Seed Extract
AstringentPaullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPtychopetalum Olacoides Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientOcimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Bentonite
Absorbent
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Polyisobutene
Citric Acid
Buffering
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyurethane-10
Vanillyl Butyl Ether
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Silica
Abrasive
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Kaolin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Alumina, CI 77891, Caffeine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Squalane, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate, Schinus Terebinthifolia Seed Extract, Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract, Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Betaine, Bentonite, PEG-40 Stearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Triheptanoin, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Xanthan Gum, Ceteareth-20, Polyisobutene, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Polyurethane-10, Vanillyl Butyl Ether, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Silica, Tin Oxide, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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 GlycerinParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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 Vanillyl Butyl Ether yet.
Water. 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!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
