What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAdipic Acid
BufferingAdipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyacrylamide
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientXanthan Gum
Emulsifying2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingAmodimethicone
Vp/Va Copolymer
Squalene
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Adipic Acid, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Butylene Glycol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Isohexadecane, Xanthan Gum, 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate, Laureth-7, Amodimethicone, Vp/Va Copolymer, Squalene, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Metabisulfite, Glycerin, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Polysorbate 60, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itâs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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
