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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberPropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV AbsorberCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingGlycerin
HumectantPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
EmulsifyingMethyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
PerfumingNiacinamide
SmoothingTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientIsododecane
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate
EmollientHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantCollagen Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingMagnesium Sulfate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
CleansingAlumina
AbrasiveIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientAdenosine
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Trimethoxycaprylylsilane
SmoothingPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingHydroxycitronellal
PerfumingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, CI 77891, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Isododecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen Extract, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Trimethoxycaprylylsilane, Phytosterols, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCalcium Sodium Borosilicate
Silica
AbrasiveButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientBoron Nitride
AbsorbentZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientIris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativeParfum
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
EmollientRosa Centifolia Flower Wax
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Wax
MaskingSodium Lauroyl Aspartate
CleansingHydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract
Skin ProtectingRosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantZinc Chloride
AntimicrobialTropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite, Mica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Boron Nitride, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Water, Caprylyl Glycol, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Parfum, Aluminum Hydroxide, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Rosa Centifolia Flower Wax, Rosa Damascena Flower Wax, Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Zinc Chloride, Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
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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
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideCi 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 77891Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Parfum 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 ParfumSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteWater. 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