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Ingredients Side-by-side
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
CI 77004
Cosmetic ColorantPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethyl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Nigella Sativa Seed Extract
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Malic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Coumarin
Perfuming
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Water, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Glycerin, CI 77004, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Ethyl Macadamiate, Parfum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Nigella Sativa Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Malic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Coumarin
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingCetyl Betaine
CleansingHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-7
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Salvia Sclarea Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Maltitol
HumectantBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXylitol
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract
Skin ProtectingWater, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cetyl Betaine, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-7, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Xylitylglucoside, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Citric Acid, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium Gluconate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Maltitol, Biotin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xylitol, Sodium Benzoate, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract
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 AcidSodium 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 cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateWater. 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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