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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Heptyl Undecylenate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tuber Magnatum Extract
Skin ConditioningPearl Extract
Antioxidant
Ethyl Ester Of Hydrolyzed Silk
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Citral
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Caprylyl Methicone, Heptyl Undecylenate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tuber Magnatum Extract, Pearl Extract, Ethyl Ester Of Hydrolyzed Silk, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Alcohol Denat., Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Coumarin, Limonene, Linalool
Isododecane
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diisopropanolamino-Pg-Propyl Disiloxane/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Copolymer
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Mercaptopropyl Methicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Phytantriol
HumectantPhospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl/Stearyl Aminopropanediol Esters
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Napus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Isododecane, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Bis-Diisopropanolamino-Pg-Propyl Disiloxane/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Copolymer, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone/Mercaptopropyl Methicone Copolymer, Phytantriol, Phospholipids, Behenyl/Stearyl Aminopropanediol Esters, Phenyl Trimethicone, Brassica Napus Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Methicone is a synthetic and lightweight silicone fluid. It gives products a silky, dry-touch finish without the heaviness of pure oils.
Though the EU CosIng Database lists this ingredient as a skin conditioner, it is also used for sensory reasons. It spreads easily, cuts greasiness, and reduces tackiness.
This ingredient is volatile which means it will mostly evaporate (but it evaporates slower than older cyclomethicones, like Cyclotetrasiloxane).
Typical concentration ranges from 1-30% depending on if it's being used to tweak the feel of a product or acting as the main emollient.
Learn more about Caprylyl MethiconeCitral is the molecule responsible for the fresh lemon scent in lemon, lime, and lemongrass. It is a fragrance ingredient that can be created from plant essential oils or synthetically.
Though Citral has documented antimicrobial activity against acne bacteria (which is where the marketing claims about it being good for acne-prone skin originate), real formulas use it at fragrance-level concentrations under 1% so there's likely no skin benefit.
You should know this ingredient is a known EU fragrance allergen.
Animal studies classifies this ingredient as a weak-to-moderate skin sensitizer and clinical patch testing on eczema patients confirmed it to be both a contact allergen and irritant.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about CitralDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl Trimethicone
