What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Menthol
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTriethanolamine
BufferingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAcorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propylene Glycol, Menthol, Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Triethanolamine, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingLauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether
SolventAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Tetrasodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingDisodium EDTA
Linalool
Perfuming
PEG-45m
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Geraniol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Panax Ginseng Extract
Antioxidant
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentSesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Tribulus Terrestris Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide
EmulsifyingPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamide Mea, Parfum, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Caffeine, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Alcohol Denat., Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Menthol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Salicylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Trihydroxystearin, Sodium Citrate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Malt Extract, Disodium EDTA, Linalool, PEG-45m, Glyceryl Stearate, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Geraniol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Caprylyl Glycol, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Panax Ginseng Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Silica, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Oryza Sativa Extract, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Tribulus Terrestris Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, Polygonum Multiflorum Root 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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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 GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMenthol 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 MentholGinseng 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 ExtractPhenoxyethanol 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.
We don't have a description for Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract yet.
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
