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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMaris Aqua
HumectantParfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Citrate
BufferingLimonene
Perfuming
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Linalool
Perfuming
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Geraniol
Perfuming
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
MaskingWater, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Propanediol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maris Aqua, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Limonene, Phenethyl Alcohol, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Linalool, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Geraniol, Saccharide Isomerate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citral, Citronellol, Coumarin, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Honey
Humectant
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cistus Incanus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningIris Versicolor Extract
EmollientPEG-60 Almond Glycerides
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Inulin
Skin ConditioningAnhydroxylitol
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Xylitol
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingSaccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantLactic Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propanediol, Xylitylglucoside, Pentylene Glycol, Propolis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Honey, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Cistus Incanus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Iris Versicolor Extract, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Allantoin, Panthenol, Inulin, Anhydroxylitol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Xylitol, Fructose, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Lactic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol
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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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolChlorella Vulgaris Extract comes from a green microalga. It is hydrating and contains antioxidants.
Studies also show Chlorella Vulgaris may help in rebuilding collagen and elastin. This ingredient is made up of lipids, carbohydrates, and chlorophyll.
Fun fact: This ingredient is commonly used as food additive in Japan.
Learn more about Chlorella Vulgaris ExtractCitric 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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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!
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