What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDiisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDimethiconol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phytic Acid
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantActinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Marrubium Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Cichorium Intybus Leaf Extract
MaskingFurcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingArbutus Unedo Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Maris Sal
Skin ConditioningWater, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Butylene Glycol, CI 77891, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Glycerin, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, CI 77492, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, CI 77491, Dimethiconol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phytic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, CI 77499, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Phenethyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Cichorium Intybus Leaf Extract, Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Arbutus Unedo Fruit Extract, Maris Sal
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingMethylpropanediol
SolventSodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyester-5
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGalactoarabinan
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenylpropanol
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Fructose
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Maltose
MaskingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Methylpropanediol, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycerin, Polyester-5, Caprylyl Glycol, Silica, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Galactoarabinan, Pentylene Glycol, Phenylpropanol, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Fructose, Sodium Hydroxide, Urea, Allantoin, Maltose, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Trehalose, Glucose, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, 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.
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 GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeGlycerin 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 GlycerinPotassium Cetyl Phosphate is the potassium salt of a mixture. This mixture consists of the esters from phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
As a cleansing agent, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate helps gather oils, dirts, and pollutants from your skin. This makes it easier to rinse them away with water.
Learn more about Potassium Cetyl PhosphatePotassium 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 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 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
