What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-8
HumectantPEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSqualane
Emollient
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Emulsifying
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingBorago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Corylus Avellana Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Farnesol
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Chondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingFagus Sylvatica Bud Extract
TonicRibes Nigrum Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Acacia Dealbata Flower Wax
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Wax
Dunaliella Salina Extract
Skin ConditioningJasminum Grandiflorum Flower Wax
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Citrate
BufferingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-8, PEG-40 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Squalane, Saccharide Isomerate, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Isopropyl Myristate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 60, Farnesol, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Sodium Hydroxide, Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract, Ribes Nigrum Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alcohol, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Acacia Dealbata Flower Wax, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Wax, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Wax, Sodium Polyacrylate, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Tocopherol, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientLilium Candidum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract, Cydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Limonene, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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.
Potassium 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 BenzoateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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
