What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientIsostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isosorbide Dicaprylate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol Cocoate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76
Skin Conditioning
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylcellulose
Sodium Phytate
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
Emollient
Ceratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Isostearyl Alcohol, Isosorbide Dicaprylate, Butylene Glycol Cocoate, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Retinol, Bakuchiol, Phospholipids, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76, Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Allantoin, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Ethylcellulose, Sodium Phytate, Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTetrapeptide-21
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentPeucedanum Graveolens Extract
TonicAphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract
HumectantAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Citrus Paradisi Peel Extract
Perfuming
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Laureth-23
CleansingTrideceth-6 Phosphate
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Tetrapeptide-21, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Retinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ferulic Acid, Ceramide NP, Bisabolol, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Peucedanum Graveolens Extract, Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Citrus Paradisi Peel Extract, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Cetyl Palmitate, Sclerotium Gum, Polysorbate 20, Laureth-23, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract is is derived from colloidal oatmeal. Besides being a healthy breakfast, oats have many benefits in skincare too.
This ingredient helps sooth, hydrate, and protect the skin. The starches in colloidal oatmeal are able to bind water, keeping the skin hydrated.
The cellulose and fiber in colloidal oatmeal help reduce inflammation. This can also help the skin feel softer.
Colloidal Oatmeal is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect our skin from free-radical damage.
Oatmeal also contains beneficial compounds:
This ingredient is created by mixing grounded oatmeal and a liquid base.
Learn more about Avena Sativa Kernel ExtractButylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinRetinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about RetinolWater. 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
