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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningChrysanthemum Sibiricum Extract
AntimicrobialGleditsia Japonica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfate
CleansingRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningThuja Orientalis Leaf Extract
AntioxidantCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientCocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingMorus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningAcorus Calamus Root Extract
PerfumingVitex Trifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
EmulsifyingCnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingSodium Cocoyl Alaninate
SurfactantPanax Ginseng Root Extract
EmollientDecylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-7
Propylene Glycol
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPEG-10
HumectantMenthol
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Seed Extract
HumectantHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantAlcohol
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
HumectantCrinum Asiaticum Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantOak Vinegar
Skin ConditioningCapsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
AntimicrobialPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, 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 ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantSteartrimonium Chloride
PreservativeParfum
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeIsopropyl Alcohol
SolventBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientCetrimonium Chloride
AntimicrobialPolyquaternium-10
Dicocodimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Tri-Hydrogenated Rosinate
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
HumectantLactic Acid
BufferingIsomalt
HumectantHydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientMangifera Indica Seed Oil
EmollientSalicylic Acid
MaskingO-Cymen-5-Ol
AntimicrobialAlcohol
AntimicrobialPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantMalus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningKeratin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Reticulata Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
EmollientWasabia Japonica Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPisum Sativum Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningSasa Veitchii Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Lannesiana Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Centifolia Flower Extract
AstringentRosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingCitrus Junos Seed Extract
AntioxidantHydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
EmollientArgania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMalic Acid
BufferingAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantPrunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Steartrimonium Chloride, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Dicocodimonium Chloride, Glyceryl Tri-Hydrogenated Rosinate, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Isomalt, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Salicylic Acid, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Alcohol, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Keratin, Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Wasabia Japonica Leaf Extract, Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract, Sasa Veitchii Leaf Extract, Prunus Lannesiana Flower Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Malic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
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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.
This ingredient is also called ethanol or ethyl alcohol. It is denatured, meaning made undrinkable for cosmetic use.
In formulas, it:
Is it bad for your skin?
The answer comes down to concentration. Patch and wash studies have found highly concentrated alcohol-based hand rubs (60-100%) cause less barrier disruption than washing with a basic detergent like SLS. The only measurable effect in these studies was a temporary dip in skin hydration.
Concentrations below 12-15% in leave-on cosmetics is generally well-tolerated. Concentrations above start to see increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and reduced hydration.
In concentrations about 58%, it creates temporary channels in your skin's lipid layers to become more permeable and allow other ingredients to slip through easily.
This ingredient can be up to 80% of the formula in alcohol-based perfumes.
Overall, this ingredient is probably harmless if found lower down an ingredients list but worth side-eyeing if it's high up (especially if your barrier is already struggling).
Alcohol can worsen dry skin, eczema, and oily skin, especially at higher concentrations. This is because it can increase transepidermal water loss and decrease hydration to disrupt the skin barrier.
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
True allergic contact dermatitis to ethanol is uncommon, but be sure to patch test if you have dry or sensitive skin.
Learn more about AlcoholButylene 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 GlycolDisodium 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 EDTAGinseng root is a well-loved ingredient in Asian skincare for good reason. It hydrates the skin, soothes irritation, and helps even out skin tone.
In traditional East Asian medicine, ginseng has been used for centuries both as food and as a healing remedy, and modern research continues to confirm its skin benefits.
One of the standout features of ginseng is its ability to improve blood circulation and oxygen delivery to the skin, bringing a fresh supply of nutrients to support overall skin health. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This helps to protect your skin against damage from UV exposure, pollution, and daily stress.
Additionally, studies suggest that ginseng may help reduce hyperpigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase, the enzyme involved in melanin production.
There are different types of ginseng used in skincare, and while they all share core benefits, their potency can vary.
Most products use fresh or white ginseng because it’s more affordable. However, red ginseng, produced by steaming the root, contains higher levels of ginsenosides, which are compounds with proven anti-aging effects. These ginsenosides help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Note: All forms of ginseng are listed simply as “Panax ginseng” in ingredient lists. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about which type of ginseng is used in their ingredients.
For general antioxidant benefits, any ginseng extract will do, but for wrinkle care or firmer skin, red or fermented ginseng is often more effective.
In short, ginseng is a powerhouse ingredient that supports hydration, radiance, and resilience.
Learn more about Panax Ginseng Root ExtractParfum 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 ParfumWater. 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!
Learn more about Water