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Ingredients Side-by-side
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract 32.2%
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Bentonite
Absorbent
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Apium Graveolens Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Rapa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentEnantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Artemisia Montana Leaf Powder
Exfoliating
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder
Exfoliating
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingArtemisia Vulgaris Oil
Perfuming
Sodium Nitrate
SoothingArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract 32.2%, Water, Kaolin, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Bentonite, Sorbitan Olivate, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Apium Graveolens Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Brassica Rapa Leaf Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Oleanolic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Artemisia Montana Leaf Powder, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Tocopherol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Artemisia Vulgaris Oil, Sodium Nitrate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Bentonite is an aluminium phyllosilicate clay with great absorbent properties. The name 'bentonite' comes from the area where the largest source is found: Fort Benton, Wyoming.
As a clay, bentonite is often used to absorb excess oil and provide exfoliation. It has also been shown to have some antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies show bentonite was effective at calming dermatitis from poison ivy and in diaper dermatitis of infants. Bentonite has also been shown to act as a barrier against toxic compounds on your skin.
Sunscreens containing bentonite display higher water resistance and stay on the skin for much longer. The sunscreens containing bentonite also show higher potency and UV light absorbtion.
Bentonite is naturally created from volcanic ash and several natural weathering/hydrothermal processes.
A common usage of bentonite is removing excess protein from white wines. Bentonite contains a property of being able to absorb large amounts of protein from aqueous solutions.
Phyllosilicate clay has a structure formed by sheets.
Learn more about BentoniteButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidKaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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!
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