What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
C15-19 Alkane
SolventSqualane
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetearyl Olivate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide Ag
Humectant
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ceteareth-12
EmulsifyingOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
PEG-100 Stearate
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cetearyl Alcohol, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, C15-19 Alkane, Squalane, Betaine, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide NP, Phytosphingosine, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hyaluronic Acid, Phospholipids, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Cholesterol, Ceramide Ag, Ceramide AP, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Chlorphenesin, Ceteareth-12, Octyldodecanol, Lactic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Ceteareth-20, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, PEG-100 Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Myristyl Myristate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glucose, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Ceramide EOP
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Glycereth-26, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Trehalose, Tromethamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Allantoin, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Glyceryl Glucoside, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Asiaticoside, Tocopherol, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl 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 GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
