What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
CleansingBetaine
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Lauryl Lactyl Lactate
Skin ConditioningSilicone Quaternium-3
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyquaternium-7
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cereus Grandiflorus Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
HumectantPhalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract
BleachingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Betaine, Acrylates Copolymer, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Lauryl Lactyl Lactate, Silicone Quaternium-3, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Glycerin, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Trideceth-12, Mica, Polyquaternium-7, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Titanium Dioxide, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Cereus Grandiflorus Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Parfum
Masking
Isobutylene/Ethylmaleimide/Hydroxyethylmaleimide Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningVp/Methacrylamide/Vinyl Imidazole Copolymer
Glycerin
Humectant
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Cereus Grandiflorus Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPhalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract
BleachingHibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
HumectantCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Propanediol, Parfum, Isobutylene/Ethylmaleimide/Hydroxyethylmaleimide Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Alcohol Denat., Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Vp/Methacrylamide/Vinyl Imidazole Copolymer, Glycerin, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Betaine, Cereus Grandiflorus Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene 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 GlycolCereus Grandiflorus Extract is an antioxidant.
Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract comes from key limes. It has skin conditioning properties.
Lime-derived ingredients are generally safe for cosmetic use when properly formulated according to the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) report. However, like other citrus extracts, they can cause photosensitivity or irritation if used in high concentrations or not handled according to safety guidelines.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract yet.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
We don't have a description for Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract yet.
Parfum 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 ParfumWe don't have a description for Phalaenopsis Amabilis Flower Extract yet.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted effects and reactions from a product. These metal ions may come from water and are found in miniscule amounts.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate can also help other preservatives be more effective.
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
