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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingSucrose
HumectantSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCoconut Flower Sugar
AntioxidantGlyceryl Stearate Se
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingLaureth-7 Citrate
CleansingCocos Nucifera Shell Powder
AbrasivePumice
AbrasiveParfum
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingOctadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantWater
Skin ConditioningCitrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract
EmollientCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Sodium Chloride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Sucrose, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Coconut Flower Sugar, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Polysorbate 20, Laureth-7 Citrate, Cocos Nucifera Shell Powder, Pumice, Parfum, Tocopherol, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Water, Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract, CI 15850, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol
Sucrose
HumectantCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingSodium Chloride
MaskingCetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingOlus Oil
EmollientParfum
MaskingSilica
AbrasiveEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed Powder
AbrasiveTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin ConditioningPaullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
AntioxidantHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
AbrasiveBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingCoumarin
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSucrose, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Sodium Chloride, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Olus Oil, Parfum, Silica, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Powder, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycerin, Water, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, 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.
Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term '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.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilParfum 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 ParfumChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseTocopherol (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