What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate
CleansingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Methylparaben
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingMenthol
Masking
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Polyquaternium-7
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberBlue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Talc
Abrasive
Ultramarines
Water, Methyl Gluceth-20, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyethylene, Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate, Parfum, Microcrystalline Wax, Methylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide, Menthol, DMDM Hydantoin, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Polyquaternium-7, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Blue 1 Lake, CI 19140, CI 73360, Talc, Ultramarines
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder
Abrasive
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil
Abrasive
Menthol
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lilium Candidum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Sulfate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ultramarines
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantSolvent Yellow 33
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder, Lauryl Glucoside, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Allantoin, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Menthol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Sulfate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Sodium Benzoate, Ultramarines, Blue 1 Lake, Solvent Yellow 33, CI 16035
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
We don't have a description for Blue 1 Lake yet.
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 AcidLauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
This ingredient is a surfactant, making it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other pollutants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Other names for this ingredient include "Lauryl Polyglucose", "Lauryl glycoside", and "D-Glucopyranoside".
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosideMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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 ParfumSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateUltramarines are a group of synthetic pigments. They can be either blue, green, pink, red, or violet.
Mineral sources are often used to create ultramarines. The FDA regulates this ingredient due to it potentially containing (trace) amounts of heavy metals.
Water. 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
