What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Psidium Guajava Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polycitronellol
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Persea Gratissima Oil, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Psidium Guajava Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Polycitronellol, Lactic Acid, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningPereskia Aculeata Callus Extract
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Alanine
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Glycine
Buffering
Histidine
Humectant
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningPhenylalanine
Masking
Proline
Skin Conditioning
Serine
Masking
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Threonine
Valine
MaskingCocos Nucifera Water
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
Emollient
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Hypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingMomordica Cochinchinensis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
PCA
Humectant
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSodium PCA
Humectant
Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropylgluconamide
HumectantEthyl Oleate
Emollient
Polyquaternium-73
Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate
HumectantEthyl Stearate
Emollient
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningEthyl Linoleate
Emollient
Ethyl Palmitate
Emollient
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Steapyrium Chloride
AntimicrobialPolyquaternium-113
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Propanediol, Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Pereskia Aculeata Callus Extract, Panthenol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Tartaric Acid, Threonine, Valine, Cocos Nucifera Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Momordica Cochinchinensis Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, PCA, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sodium PCA, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Ethyl Oleate, Polyquaternium-73, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Ethyl Stearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Ethyl Linoleate, Ethyl Palmitate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Steapyrium Chloride, Polyquaternium-113, Citric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Tocopherol, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetearyl alcohol is a waxy mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is an emollient and emulsifier.
Despite having "alcohol" in its name, it has nothing to do with drying solvent alcohols; the FDA also allows "alcohol-free" products to contain fatty alcohols like this ingredient.
It plays several roles in a formula:
Typical use levels for this ingredient sit around 1-10% and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel has affirmed safety at concentrations up to 25% in leave-on products.
Multiple assessments have found it to be non-irritating and non-sensitizing to most people.
However, there have been some cases of allergic contact dermatitis in patients with chronically compromised skin barriers.
Cetearyl alcohol has a comedogenic rating of 2 and irritancy rating of 1. Both of these numbers come from the 1989 study that used rabbit ears; a "2" means mildly comedogenic and a "1" means low irritancy.
Here's the catch: rabbit skin is more sensitive than human skin and throws a lot of false positives. A 1996 reappraisal found that ingredients rated 1-2 in the rabbit ear tests are generally safe for humans.
Remember comedogenic ratings are unable to assess the entire formula of a product or how it will react on your skin. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure about certain ingredients.
This ingredient is not fungal acne safe. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with chain lengths that fall within the range that Malassezia can metabolize.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPanthenol 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 PanthenolParfum 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 SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
