What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAnhydroxylitol
Humectant
Bambusa Vulgaris Shoot Extract
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Globularia Alypum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Alba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Xylitol
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Olivate, Octyldodecanol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Sorbitan Olivate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Bambusa Vulgaris Shoot Extract, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Globularia Alypum Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Alba Root Extract, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Propanediol
Solvent
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate
EmulsifyingPhytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Sargassum Filipendula Extract
Skin ProtectingLecithin
Emollient
Hypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Dextran
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl Olivate, Propanediol, Sorbitan Olivate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate, Phytosterols, Glyceryl Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Sargassum Filipendula Extract, Lecithin, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Gluconate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Sorbitan Oleate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Dextran, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolSodium 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 BenzoateSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateWater. 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
