What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Propylene Carbonate
SolventCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Punica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tribehenin
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolybutene, Octyldodecanol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Isohexadecane, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Menthol, Propylene Carbonate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tribehenin, Water, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tocopherol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Retinyl Palmitate, Lactic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Soluble Collagen, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 15850
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ergothioneine
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Portulaca Pilosa Extract
Skin ConditioningSucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Mentha Piperita Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ergothioneine, Glycerin, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Portulaca Pilosa Extract, Sucrose Cocoate, Panthenol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil, Water
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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.
This ingredient is a high-molecular weight synthetic polymer. It is used to modify the viscosity of a formula, improve slip, and create a more "cushiony" texture.
Due to its large molecular size, this ingredient is not absorbed into the skin.
This is a synthetic polymer used to thicken formulas, improve texture, and enhance spreadability.
Due to its large molecule size, this ingredient does not penetrate the skin and is considered well-tolerated.
Sodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateTocopheryl 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. Remember to 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
