What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Amodimethicone
Quaternium-80
Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Trideceth-15
EmulsifyingTrideceth-3
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
C12-16 Pareth-9
EmulsifyingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningCereus Grandiflorus Extract
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Amodimethicone, Quaternium-80, Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, C11-15 Pareth-7, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-15, Trideceth-3, Chlorphenesin, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Glycerin, C12-16 Pareth-9, Trideceth-12, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Cereus Grandiflorus Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Polyitaconate
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOpuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningAgave Tequilana Leaf Extract
AstringentCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Linalool
Perfuming
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Polyitaconate, Polysorbate 20, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Parfum, Limonene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Squalane, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Linalool, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil is oil from the peel of an orange fruit.
Limonene and linalool make up the majority of oils from citrus peels. Limonene has a "citrus" fragrance. Citrus peels also contain flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Citrus peel is also a rich source of flavonoids. Flavonoids are natural antioxidants and help protect your skin against damage. Flavonoids are a group of compounds naturally found in vegetables and fruits.
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 Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilGlycerin 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 GlycerinThis oil comes from the seed of the prickly pear cactus. Due to its ability to be easily absorbed, it does not leave a greasy feeling behind.
The main parts of this oil are fatty acids - linoleic, oleic, and palmitic. Other than that, the seeds also contains antioxidants such as vitamin E that help soothe the skin.
Due to its fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed OilParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Water. 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!
Learn more about Water
