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Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-37
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate
Skin ConditioningDistearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate
Pumice
Abrasive
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder
Abrasive
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Polyquaternium-11
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Shell Powder
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentMannitol
Humectant
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPassiflora Edulis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Carbon Black
Cosmetic ColorantLactose
HumectantCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Coffea Robusta Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTriticum Vulgare Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Algin
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Bisulfite
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Alcohol Denat., Cocos Nucifera Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-37, Mentha Piperita Oil, Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate, Distearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate, Pumice, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Piroctone Olamine, Polyquaternium-11, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Shell Powder, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mannitol, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, Carbon Black, Lactose, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Coffea Robusta Seed Extract, Triticum Vulgare Bran Extract, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Charcoal Powder, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Algin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Bisulfite, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, CI 19140, CI 42090
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
HumectantMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Quillaja Saponaria Wood Extract
Skin ConditioningCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide
EmulsifyingLauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride, Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Coconut Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propanediol, Glyceryl Laurate, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Quillaja Saponaria Wood Extract, Coconut Alkanes, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide, Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide, Panthenol, Maltodextrin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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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.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium 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 BenzoateWater. 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!
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