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Lactis Proteinum Extract
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCapric Acid
Cleansing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Vinyldimethicone
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Boric Acid
AntimicrobialMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Melaleuca Viminalis Extract
Inula Racemosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPalau White Clay Extract
HumectantMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Donkey Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate
Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingJojoba Esters
Emollient
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Xylitol
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventPropanediol
Solvent
Glucose
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthoxydiglycol
HumectantDisodium Azelate
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Laurate
CleansingCyclodextrin
AbsorbentLauric Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Glycolide
HumectantCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
C12-13 Alketh-9
EmulsifyingCollagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Arginine
Masking
Glycol
Humectant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Taurine
BufferingHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientSodium Dna
Skin Conditioning
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Orange Roughy Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Fruit Fly Larva Oil
Emollient
Curcuma Aromatica Root Oil
Skin Conditioning
Abies Balsamea Bark Oil
Masking
Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil
Masking
Marmot Oil
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
Myroxylon Pereirae Resin
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Pinus Mugo Leaf Oil
Masking
Lactis Proteinum Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Capric Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Water, Dicaprylyl Ether, Vinyldimethicone, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Boric Acid, Madecassoside, Polypeptide-1, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Melaleuca Viminalis Extract, Inula Racemosa Root Extract, Palau White Clay Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Donkey Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Stearyl Alcohol, Beeswax, Xylitylglucoside, 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate, Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Jojoba Esters, Anhydroxylitol, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Xylitol, Methylpropanediol, Propanediol, Glucose, Xanthan Gum, Ethoxydiglycol, Disodium Azelate, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Laurate, Cyclodextrin, Lauric Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pvp, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Glycolide, Caffeine, C12-13 Alketh-9, Collagen Amino Acids, Ceramide EOP, Resveratrol, Arginine, Glycol, Ectoin, Taurine, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Retinol, Maltodextrin, Phytosphingosine, Sucrose Stearate, Sodium Dna, Cyanocobalamin, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed, Polyglycerin-3, Tocopherol, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Orange Roughy Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Fruit Fly Larva Oil, Curcuma Aromatica Root Oil, Abies Balsamea Bark Oil, Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil, Marmot Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Myroxylon Pereirae Resin, Linalool, Limonene, Pinus Mugo Leaf Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientVinyldimethicone
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Tromethamine
BufferingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Sodium Phytate
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Yeast Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Antioxidant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Pentylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Vinyldimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Panthenol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tromethamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Sodium Phytate, Allantoin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Yeast Ferment Extract, Tocopherol, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Madecassoside, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Ā
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesĀ
Asiaticoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Asiaticoside is an antioxidant and helps with wound healing. It has been shown to increase antioxidant activity during the wound healing process.
Dicaprylyl Ether is created from caprylic acid. It is a texture-enhancer and emollient.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Ether is non-comedogenic. It helps soften and smooth the skin by creating a barrier on top. This barrier helps trap moisture in, helping to hydrate the skin.
Dicaprylyl Ether gives a non-greasy feel and better spreadability to products.
Learn more about Dicaprylyl EtherEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneMadecassic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It is a triterpenoid, meaning it naturally acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV.
Studies show Madecassic Acid helps soothe the skin due to its ability to block inflammation pathways.
Learn more about Madecassic AcidMadecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skinās lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolVinyldimethicone is a type of silicone.
Water. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
