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Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycerin
HumectantPropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Panthenol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantBellis Perennis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
AntioxidantNiacinamide
SmoothingLecithin
EmollientSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantPisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventSodium PCA
HumectantErythritol
HumectantCarrageenan
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Citrate
BufferingBenzoic Acid
MaskingSorbic Acid
PreservativeHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Bellis Perennis Flower Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Niacinamide, Lecithin, Saccharide Isomerate, Pisum Sativum Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Erythritol, Carrageenan, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Isononanoate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventGlyceryl Oleate Citrate
EmulsifyingSesamum Indicum Seed Oil
EmollientC9-12 Alkane
SolventHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Glycerin
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantResveratrol
AntioxidantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningCrataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantSalicylic Acid
MaskingGelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningQuercus Suber Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingOak Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropylene Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientHypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingCholesterol
EmollientSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Glycol Caprylate
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientSqualane
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin ConditioningHordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientTriticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingAlteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
HumectantCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientLaminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingTetrasodium EDTA
BHT
AntioxidantPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Propanediol, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, C9-12 Alkane, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Resveratrol, Panthenol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Caffeine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Salicylic Acid, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Quercus Suber Bark Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Oak Root Extract, Acetyl Glucosamine, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Cholesterol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Glycol Caprylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Sodium Lactate, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Sodium PCA, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Parfum, Tetrasodium EDTA, BHT, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 14700
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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 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 GlycolThis ingredient comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile help fight free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By stabilizing them, antioxidants may help reduce the signs of aging.
Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help with stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita ExtractEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPanthenol 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 PanthenolPropanediol 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 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 HyaluronateSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCAWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum