What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Inulin
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentHydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Propanediol
Solvent
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
MaskingChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Octyldodecanol, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Behenyl Alcohol, Inulin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glyceryl Stearate, Jojoba Esters, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Cellulose Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propanediol, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Citric Acid, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactic Acid, Polyglycerin-3, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientOlive Oil Decyl Esters
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Salicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Stoechas Extract
MaskingImperata Cylindrica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Inulin
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Squalene
Emollient
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingOleic Acid
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Olive Oil Decyl Esters, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Inulin, Dimethicone, Palmitic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Panthenol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalene, Cellulose Gum, Carbomer, Oleic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Geraniol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol
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 a lightweight 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. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredientâs final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinInulin is a polysaccharide (carbohydrate) with prebiotic and antioxidant properties.
The majority of inulin is extracted from chicory, but can also be obtained from other plants such as garlic, onion, asparagus, and sugarcane.
Studies show inulin may help with controlling your skin's natural microbiota when applied topically.
The antioxidant potential of inulin varies depending on the source.
Learn more about InulinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
Itâs 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 BenzoateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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 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
