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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
HumectantOryza Sativa Seed Protein
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Ocimum Basilicum Hairy Root Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningLaurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
Propanediol
Solvent
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Methoxy PEG/PPG-7/3 Aminopropyl Dimethicone
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingPolysilicone-12
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Cyperus Esculentus Root Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Laureth-9
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningJojoba Esters
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Phytic Acid
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Alcohol, Isododecane, Stearyl Alcohol, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Pisum Sativum Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Hairy Root Culture Extract, Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Amodimethicone, Propanediol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 60, Isopropyl Alcohol, Methoxy PEG/PPG-7/3 Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Panthenol, C11-15 Pareth-7, Polysilicone-12, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Cyperus Esculentus Root Oil, Glycerin, Trideceth-12, Octyldodecanol, Alcohol, Laureth-9, Tocopherol, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Jojoba Esters, BHT, Citric Acid, Parfum, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Phytic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane
Acrylates Copolymer
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Polyquaternium-30
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Magnesium Nitrate
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Magnesium Chloride
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Hexylene Glycol, Parfum, Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane, Acrylates Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Alcohol Denat., Polyquaternium-30, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Magnesium Nitrate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, 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.
Citric 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 AcidHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumWater. 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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