What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningSilica Dimethyl Silylate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Cedrol
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sucralose
Skin ConditioningProtease
Exfoliating
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Serine
Masking
Cholesterol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Honey Extract
Humectant
Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Desamido Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Triethylhexanoin, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Dextrin Palmitate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Glycerin, Water, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Stearate, Cedrol, Dimethicone, Parfum, Gluconolactone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sucralose, Protease, Butylene Glycol, Madecassoside, Serine, Cholesterol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Beta-Carotene, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Glucoside, Alcohol Denat., Propolis Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Stearic Acid, Honey Extract, Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide Ns, Phytosphingosine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Desamido Collagen, Ceramide EOP, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Citral
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Emollient
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Myristica Fragrans Extract
MaskingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate, Ceresin, Synthetic Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimethicone, Myristica Fragrans Extract, Diisostearyl Malate, CI 77891, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Water, CI 77492, Propolis Extract
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 GlycolDiisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeWe don't have a description for Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate yet.
Propolis Extract is also known as bee glue.
This ingredient has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and antioxidant properties.
Studies show propolis helps fight against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. This may help with reducing acne and accelerate wound healing.
The flavonoids found in propolis extract are potent antioxidants. Antioxidants may help with reducing the signs of aging.
A study from 2020 found propolis to help reverse skin damage from UV.
Fun facts: This ingredient is created by mixing beeswax, bee saliva, and parts of trees. Bees use propolis as a sealant to close any gaps in their hives.
Since it is an animal-derived product, this ingredient is not considered vegan. For vegan alternatives, check out Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate or Centella Asiatica Extract.
Learn more about Propolis ExtractTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
