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Isododecane
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Seed Oil
HumectantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Dicalcium Phosphate
AbrasiveSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSilica
AbrasiveHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantTin Oxide
AbrasiveWater
Skin ConditioningTremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
SolventSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantBenzyl Glycol
SolventHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
HumectantRaspberry Ketone
MaskingSoluble Collagen
HumectantMannose
HumectantParfum
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, CI 77891, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Diisostearyl Malate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Dicalcium Phosphate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Silica, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tin Oxide, Water, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Raspberry Ketone, Soluble Collagen, Mannose, Parfum, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 3%
UV AbsorberWater
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantAcrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingIsodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Schinziophyton Rautanenii Kernel Oil
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylene Brassylate
MaskingDimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingEvodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientRetinyl Palmitate
Skin ConditioningRhodiola Rosea Root Extract
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantBHT
AntioxidantRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
AntioxidantIron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 3%, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Isododecane, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Propanediol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Schinziophyton Rautanenii Kernel Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylene Brassylate, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Silica, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Retinyl Palmitate, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, BHT, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
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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.
Ci 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 77891Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilIsododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
The chemical name for this ingredient is 2,2,4,6,6-PENTAMETHYLHEPTANE.
Learn more about IsododecanePropanediol 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 PropanediolSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopheryl 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water