What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Paraffinum Liquidum
EmollientPetrolatum
EmollientCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingOctyldodecanol
EmollientPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantBis-Methoxypropylamido Isodocosane
EmollientCetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhetinic Acid
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
MaskingSqualane
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantBHT
AntioxidantParaffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum, Ceresin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Microcrystalline Wax, Octyldodecanol, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Bis-Methoxypropylamido Isodocosane, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Squalane, Silica, CI 77492, BHT
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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.
Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic.
Learn more about Paraffinum LiquidumPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil