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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Chloride
Masking
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCellulose Acetate
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Methylparaben
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAcrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Propylene Glycol Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Urea
Buffering
Propylparaben
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingMagnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSaccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantAlanine
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Magnesium Aspartate
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCreatine
Skin ConditioningPolysilicone-11
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Diisostearyl Malate, Butylene Glycol, CI 77891, CI 77163, Sodium Chloride, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, CI 77492, Cellulose Acetate, Dimethiconol, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, CI 77491, Parfum, Methylparaben, Potassium Sorbate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Urea, Propylparaben, CI 77499, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Magnesium Stearate, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Alanine, Glycine, Magnesium Aspartate, Dipropylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Creatine, Polysilicone-11, Dehydroacetic Acid, Tocopherol
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 GlycolCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone 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 DimethiconeGlycerin 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 GlycerinMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenChances 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.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
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.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateWater. 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!
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