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Sodium Chloride 36%
Masking
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
CleansingPotassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract
Astringent
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningFreesia Refracta Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Vulgaris Extract
Skin ProtectingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Chloride 36%, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Betaine, Potassium Cocoate, Coco-Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Freesia Refracta Extract, Chamomilla Vulgaris Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Parfum
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Betaine
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sea Salt
Abrasive
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Lauryl Betaine
CleansingCocamide Mea
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Potassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether
SolventTrehalose
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-10
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientTromethamine
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingMentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Camellia Seed Oil
Carum Carvi Seed Oil
Masking
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Pinaster Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningFreesia Refracta Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Citrata Leaf Extract
Astringent
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicPearl Extract
Antioxidant
Vinca Minor Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningZinc Pyrithione
Antiseborrhoeic
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Sodium Chloride, Water, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Sea Salt, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Lauryl Betaine, Cocamide Mea, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Alcohol Denat., Potassium Cocoate, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Trehalose, Caprylyl Glycol, Isopropyl Myristate, Menthol, Trihydroxystearin, Polyquaternium-10, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Sucrose Stearate, Tromethamine, Niacinamide, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Piperita Oil, Zea Mays Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Camellia Seed Oil, Carum Carvi Seed Oil, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polysorbate 80, Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Freesia Refracta Extract, Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Caffeine, Adenosine, Biotin, Pearl Extract, Vinca Minor Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zinc Pyrithione, Zingiber Officinale Root 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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCoco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
We don't have a description for Freesia Refracta Extract yet.
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract comes from the lavender flower. Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract has anti-inflammatory properties due to its prostanoids and histamine content. Lavender also contains flavonoids and phenolic acids (such as ferulic acid), potent antioxidants.
Lavender extract may have a scent. It contains linalool, a known allergen. However, lavender extract contains less linalool than lavender essential oil.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia ExtractMentha Citrata Leaf Extract is a fragrance.
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract is extract from peppermint leaves.
Studies show peppermint extract have antimicrobial properties against some bacteria and fungi.
In large percentages, peppermint extract may sensitize the skin.
Learn more about Mentha Piperita Leaf ExtractPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolThis ingredient is the potassium salt of coconut acid. Coconut acid is created by mixing fatty acids from coconut oil.
It is an emulsifier, surfactant, and cleanser. According to a manufacturer, it contains glycerin.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, the fragrance components are usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid, a compound found in rosemary leaf, has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
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