What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingIsohexadecane
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
BHA
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Hydroxide, Isohexadecane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinol, Disodium EDTA, Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 80, Polysorbate 20, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, BHT, BHA
Citrus Junos Fruit Water
Masking
Vigna Radiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventWater
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Princeps Leaf Water
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Glycine Soja Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Max Polypeptide
Skin Conditioning
Triticum Aestivum Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Lactococcus Ferment
Skin ConditioningRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlisma Orientale Tuber Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingSmilax Glabra Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Artemisia Annua Extract
MaskingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Stellaria Media Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Meal Extract
SoothingLepidium Meyenii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningGlycoproteins
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingDextrin
AbsorbentTromethamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentPropanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Citrus Junos Fruit Water, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Methylpropanediol, Water, Niacinamide, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Betaine, Behenyl Alcohol, Adenosine, Panthenol, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Glycine Soja Peptide, Avena Sativa Peptide, Glycine Max Polypeptide, Triticum Aestivum Peptide, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactococcus Ferment, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Alisma Orientale Tuber Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Smilax Glabra Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Stellaria Media Extract, Avena Sativa Meal Extract, Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Glycoproteins, Maltodextrin, Cellulose Gum, Dextrin, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolWater. 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 Water
