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What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingDisodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingPropanediol
SolventPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-10
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicVanillin
MaskingHydrolyzed Hemp Seed Protein
Skin ConditioningNigella Sativa Seed Oil
EmollientStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingLactic Acid
BufferingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialBoswellia Carterii Oil
MaskingLactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MaskingAnthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
MaskingGeranium Maculatum Oil
MaskingCitrus Paradisi Seed Oil
PerfumingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingPogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Seed Oil
MaskingCitrus Nobilis Peel Oil
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Propanediol, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-10, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Biotin, Vanillin, Hydrolyzed Hemp Seed Protein, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Lactic Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Boswellia Carterii Oil, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Seed Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Caprylyl Glycol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingParfum
MaskingCitric Acid
BufferingCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingGlycerin
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-10
Polysorbate 80
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientHydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Centifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientSodium Chloride
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingWater, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Parfum, Citric Acid, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glycerin, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-10, Polysorbate 80, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Paeonia Suffruticosa Flower Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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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.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term '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.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPolyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Water. 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