What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingDiethylhexyl Succinate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningDrometrizole Trisiloxane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
Astringent
Tromethamine
BufferingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingArachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSodium Metaphosphate
BufferingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Diethylhexyl Succinate, Propanediol, Water, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Methyl Trimethicone, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Arachidyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Sodium Metaphosphate, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Sea Water
HumectantSorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Citrus Aurantifolia Flower Extract
AstringentDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Nylon-12
PPG-17/Ipdi/Dmpa Copolymer
Polyisobutene
Acrylates Copolymer
Polyacrylate-13
Cetearyl Olivate
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPrunus Persica Flower Extract
MoisturisingCitrulline
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pyrus Malus Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Avium Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningC20-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
BHT
Antioxidant
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Disodium EDTA
PEG-100 Stearate
Surfactant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTromethamine
BufferingEthylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Sea Water, Sorbitan Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Phenoxyethanol, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Limonene, Linalool, Water, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Aurantifolia Flower Extract, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Nylon-12, PPG-17/Ipdi/Dmpa Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Cetearyl Olivate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hexylene Glycol, Propanediol, Xanthan Gum, Prunus Persica Flower Extract, Citrulline, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Pyrus Malus Flower Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceramide AP, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Prunus Avium Flower Extract, C20-22 Alcohols, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Isopropyl Myristate, Lecithin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isostearic Acid, BHT, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Polysorbate 60, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Disodium EDTA, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polysorbate 80, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Homosalate, Titanium Dioxide, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Hydroxide, Tromethamine
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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
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPotassium 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 SorbatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium 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 BenzoateTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
