What's inside
What's inside
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Quaternium-91
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citrol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingCitronellal
Masking
Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Chimyl Alcohol
EmollientEugenol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Extensin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Carrot Protein/Hydrolyzed Kale Protein/Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein Extract
Hydrolyzed Barley Protein
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Isoeugenol
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Water, Propylene Glycol, Coconut Alkanes, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, Amodimethicone, Quaternium-91, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Disodium EDTA, Geraniol, Citrol, Linalool, Potassium Hydroxide, Citronellal, Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, Chimyl Alcohol, Eugenol, Citral, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein/Hydrolyzed Kale Protein/Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein Extract, Hydrolyzed Barley Protein, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Benzyl Salicylate, Isoeugenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAlcohol Denat., Water, Propylene Glycol, Myristyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Silk, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
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 a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
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. Stay hydrated!
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