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What's inside
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialAscophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract
AstringentAcanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicPolyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-10
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Ceramide Ng, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Arginine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Biotin, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Potassium Sorbate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Amodimethicone
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Cocoyl Amino Acids
Cleansing
PEG-100 Stearate
Surfactant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Steareth-6
EmulsifyingTrideceth-3
EmulsifyingPotassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Sarcosinate
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Coumarin
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
PEG-45m
HumectantBenzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantAcetic Acid
BufferingFumaric Acid
BufferingHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOpuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tetrasodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dimethicone, Parfum, Sodium Benzoate, Amodimethicone, Carbomer, Glycerin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-10, Salicylic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Glycol Distearate, Citric Acid, Mica, Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Steareth-6, Trideceth-3, Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate, CI 77891, Sodium Sarcosinate, Benzyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Coumarin, Linalool, PEG-45m, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Arginine, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Caramel, Acetic Acid, Fumaric Acid, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Cereus Grandiflorus Flower Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Glucose, Lactic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium EDTA, BHT, Tocopherol, Sodium Hydroxide
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid. This just means our bodies can product a bit on its own, but sometimes needs a little boost from food sources.
It is a part of your skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF), or the water-loving molecules in your outermost layer of skin (stratum corneum) that keeps everything hydrated and happy.
Here's an interesting thing about Arginine: your skin converts it into urea through the Krebs-Henseleit urea cycle. Urea is one of the most effective humectants your skin naturally produces.
A clinical study showed applying 2.5% arginine hydrochloride to atopic dermatitis skin showed significant urea levels in the stratum corneum and improved moisture in just four weeks.
Arginine is also a precursor to nitric oxide; nitric oxide improves microcirculation and supports wound healing and collagen synthesis.
One study found that an amino acid complex containing Arginine reduced skin irritation, improved hydration, and accelerated skin repair in clinical / in-vivo studies.
Arginine itself is an amino acid and not a fatty acid, oil, or ester. On its own, it's not a direct food source for Malassezia, or the yeast that causes fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineCitric 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 AcidCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineParfum 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 ParfumPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium Sorbate
