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
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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.
This 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 TriglycerideRetinol 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
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