What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningVp/Va Copolymer
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hemp Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRibes Nigrum Fruit Extract
AstringentLentinus Edodes Extract
Skin ConditioningPsidium Guajava Fruit Extract
AstringentBrassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
HumectantCucurbita Pepo Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningOpuntia Tuna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Citric Acid
BufferingSodium Benzoate
MaskingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingLaurtrimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingSodium Bisulfite
AntioxidantSodium Chloride
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeSodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
MaskingBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingWater, Vp/Va Copolymer, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Hemp Seed Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Lentinus Edodes Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Extract, Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Panthenol, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Sodium Bisulfite, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol
Water
Skin ConditioningPullulan
Galactoarabinan
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingGluconolactone
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
MaskingCalcium Gluconate
HumectantHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningDecyl Glucoside
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingSorbitol
HumectantPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeCananga Odorata Flower Oil
MaskingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
MaskingSalvia Sclarea Oil
MaskingVanillin
MaskingPogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
MaskingGlycine Soja Oil
EmollientHydroxypropyltrimonium Honey
Sorbic Acid
PreservativeCitric Acid
BufferingDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientCucurbita Pepo Seed Oil
EmollientMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
EmollientMacelignan
AntimicrobialTocopherol
AntioxidantLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingWater, Pullulan, Galactoarabinan, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Sorbitol, Potassium Sorbate, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Vanillin, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey, Sorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Diheptyl Succinate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Macelignan, Tocopherol, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin (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 GlycerinHydrolyzed Rice Protein is protein extracted from rice. This ingredient is rich in antioxidants and peptides.
Studies show this ingredient may help with blocking the melanin creation process when skin is exposed to UV.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium 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 BenzoateWater. 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 Water