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Water
Skin ConditioningChrysanthemum Sibiricum Extract
AntimicrobialGleditsia Japonica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningThuja Orientalis Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cocamide Mipa
Emulsifying
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningAcorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin Conditioning
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-7
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10
HumectantMenthol
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Crinum Asiaticum Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Oak Vinegar
Skin ConditioningCapsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Chrysanthemum Sibiricum Extract, Gleditsia Japonica Fruit Extract, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Thuja Orientalis Leaf Extract, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Dimethicone, Cocamide Mipa, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Parfum, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Decylene Glycol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-7, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, PEG-10, Menthol, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Crinum Asiaticum Extract, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oak Vinegar, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Ammonium Sulfate
Laureth-3
EmulsifyingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Lauryl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
MaskingTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Disodium EDTA
Human Umbilical Mesenchymal Stem Cell Conditioned Media Extract
Antioxidant
Polyquaternium-7
Citric Acid
Buffering
Camphor
Masking
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Prunus Salicina Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicCocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
CleansingRehmannia Elata Root Extract
Skin ProtectingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Allium Cepa Bulb Extract
Skin Conditioning
Santalum Album Wood Extract
Perfuming
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentPlantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Dioscorea Villosa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lycium Chinense Extract
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPearl Extract
Antioxidant
Hexanediol
SolventGlycine
Buffering
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Serine
Masking
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Cysteine
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Methionine
Skin ConditioningAspartic Acid
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningThymus Linearis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Euryoides Leaf Extract
EmollientElettaria Cardamomum Fruit Extract
AntimicrobialMilk Protein Extract
Vinca Minor Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Arginine
Masking
Alanine
Masking
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Lysine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin Conditioning
Phenylalanine
Masking
Threonine
Tyrosine
MaskingCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningAsiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Valine
MaskingMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Histidine
Humectant
Tryptophan
MaskingAsparagine
MaskingGlutamine
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Alcohol Denat., Cocamide Mea, Cetyl Alcohol, Menthol, Ammonium Sulfate, Laureth-3, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Lauryl Alcohol, Panthenol, Caprylyl Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Trihydroxystearin, Niacinamide, Disodium EDTA, Human Umbilical Mesenchymal Stem Cell Conditioned Media Extract, Polyquaternium-7, Citric Acid, Camphor, Malt Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Salicina Fruit Extract, Polysorbate 80, Lecithin, Myristyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearyl Alcohol, Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Madecassoside, Mauritia Flexuosa Flower/Seed Extract, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Propanediol, Biotin, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Rehmannia Elata Root Extract, Propylene Glycol, Allium Cepa Bulb Extract, Santalum Album Wood Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Dioscorea Villosa Root Extract, Lycium Chinense Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Silk, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Pearl Extract, Hexanediol, Glycine, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Cysteine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Methionine, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Thymus Linearis Leaf Extract, Camellia Euryoides Leaf Extract, Elettaria Cardamomum Fruit Extract, Milk Protein Extract, Vinca Minor Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Arginine, Alanine, Asiaticoside, Lysine, Proline, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tyrosine, Caffeine, Isoleucine, Asiatic Acid, Valine, Madecassic Acid, Histidine, Tryptophan, Asparagine, Glutamine, Beta-Glucan, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Linalool
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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.
Butylene 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 GlycolCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAThis ingredient is derived from guar gum. It is a skin conditioning agent that creates a thin, breathable film to reduce water loss during cleansing.
This leaves the skin feeling soft rather than stripped and also contributes to a creamier lather.
Due to the large molecule size, this ingredient is unlikely to penetrate skin.
Learn more about Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChlorideMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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 ParfumPolyquaternium-7 is a light to clear colored liquid. It is commonly found in haircare products for its film-forming and anti-static properties.
According to a manufacturer, it is a non-paraben and specially developed for negatively charged surfactant systems. This makes it a great hairstyle holder and helps to improve wet hair detangling without adding buildup.
Propylene Glycol is a synthetic, colorless, odorless liquid that has been a staple in cosmetics for decades. It is a skin conditioning agent, humectant, and solvent.
As a humectant, it draw water to the skin to reduce flaking and restore suppleness. It's also a solvent that helps dissolve other actives and keeps formulas stable across temperature changes.
The CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be nontoxic and clinical studies show no sensitization at cosmetic use concentrations.
True allergic reactions are quite rare: a 15-year retrospective study of 6,751 patients found only 0.31% had a positive reaction (and less than half were considered clinically relevant).
It seemed that when sensitization does occur, it's most commonly linked to topical medication (like corticosteroids) and not cosmetics. Allergic contact dermatitis also appears largely limited to individuals with underlying skin conditions.
Overall, propylene glycol is a well-studied ingredient that most people can tolerate without issue.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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!
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