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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientParaffinum Liquidum
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantArachidyl Alcohol
EmollientBehenyl Alcohol
EmollientArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCyclomethicone
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Sorbitan Stearate
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 60
EmulsifyingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin ConditioningTriethanolamine
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPanax Ginseng Root Extract
EmollientHoney
HumectantRosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentLigustrum Japonicum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAcanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantCarthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Extract
PerfumingMalva Sylvestris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningBambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract
HumectantSnail Secretion Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingWater, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Paraffinum Liquidum, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Cyclomethicone, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Diisostearyl Malate, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Allantoin, Triethanolamine, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Honey, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Ligustrum Japonicum Fruit Extract, Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantDimethicone
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantCyclomethicone
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningMalpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
EmulsifyingPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientParfum
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantDisodium EDTA
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract, PEG-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, C12-14 Pareth-12, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
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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.
Butylene 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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Cyclomethicone is a class of silicones used to improve the texture of products.
Their cyclic or circular structure decreases stability. This causes quick evaporation when applied to skin. Cyclomethicones are often used as a carrier for other ingredients. Once it evaporates, it leaves a silky barrier on the skin.
The most popular types of cyclomethicones include D5 and D6.
Learn more about CyclomethiconeDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Parfum 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 ParfumSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateTriethanolamine is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.
As an emulsifier, it prevents ingredients from separating and enhances texture by adding volume to a product.
PH adjusters are common in cosmetic products. The pH of a product can affect the effectiveness of other ingredients. A product with a high pH may also irritate the skin.
Learn more about TriethanolamineWater. 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