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Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylates Copolymer
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
EmollientOpuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Linalool
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Isohexadecane
EmollientSilicone Quaternium-22
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCoceth-7
EmulsifyingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Isopentyldiol, Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylates Copolymer, Isoamyl Laurate, Butylene Glycol, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Squalane, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Linalool, Glycerin, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Limonene, Parfum, Isohexadecane, Silicone Quaternium-22, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Dipropylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Coceth-7, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Flower Extract
AstringentAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Oil
Antimicrobial
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil
Masking
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Commiphora Myrrha Resin
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil, Lecithin, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Commiphora Myrrha Resin, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
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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 AcidCitrus 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 GlycerinWater. 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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