What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Petrolatum
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Rosinate
Perfuming
Ethylhexyl Dimethyl Paba
UV Absorber
Cetyl Lactate
EmollientLanolin Oil
Emollient
Myristyl Lactate
Emollient
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Cetyl Acetate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol
Emollient
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Methylstyrene/Vinyltoluene Copolymer
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Vegetable Oil
Skin Conditioning
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPetrolatum, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Ozokerite, Glyceryl Rosinate, Ethylhexyl Dimethyl Paba, Cetyl Lactate, Lanolin Oil, Myristyl Lactate, Benzophenone-3, Cetyl Acetate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Myristyl Alcohol, Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol, Beeswax, Caprylyl Glycol, Methylstyrene/Vinyltoluene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, Parfum, Tocopherol, Vegetable Oil, Zea Mays Oil, BHT, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
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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.
Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb.
Because it forms a protective layer on your skin, it can help lock in moisture and reduce water loss. It is also widely used as a thickener and emulsifier in lip balms and lotions. Research suggests beeswax containing moisturizers can support skin barrier integrity.
In comedogenic testing, Beeswax scored a 0-2, which is on the low end. Whether or not a product clogs your pores really comes down to the formula as a whole (not any single ingredient on its own).
Cera Alba is the white, bleached form of this ingredient.
Just so you know, beeswax is not vegan since it is animal-derived. It cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
People with a known Propolis allergy also report to have reactions from beeswax.
Learn more about BeeswaxYou probably know this ingredient as Oxybenzone, a sunscreen ingredient. It is a broad-spectrum sunscreen ingredient, meaning it can protect the skin against UVB and short UVA rays. The absorption range is 270-350 nm with peak absorption at 288 and 350 nm.
This chemical ingredient protects your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy. UV absorbers may absorb both UVA and UVB rays. It is often combined with other sunscreen ingredients to help with stability.
Ongoing research is looking into whether oxybenzone causes skin irritation and sensitivity. However, it has been shown to trigger contact dermatitis in some studies.
Oxybenzone is allowed in certain concentrations by many countries. It is allowed up to 6% in the US, and Canada, 5% in Japan, and 10% in Australia. Other countries and regions of the US have banned this ingredient to protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems. These places include Hawaii, Key West, US Virgin Islands, marine parks in Thailand, Aruba, and Palau.
The EU currently allows the following maximum concentrations:
Studies show conflicting results about oxybenzone being absorbed into the human body. The Swedish Research Institute has advised careful use of this ingredient by pregnant women and children. We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns about this ingredient and your health.
Learn more about Benzophenone-3Petrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum is fungal acne safe. It is a hydrocarbon with no fatty acid structure, so Malassezia cannot metabolize it. In-vitro studies support negligible growth stimulation as well.
It's also worth noting that petrolatum has a comedogenic rating of 0. In updated rabbit ear testing (and in human testing), petrolatum was found to be not comedogenic. This means it didn’t promote comedone formation in standard models.
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