What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Isononanoate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate
Emulsifying
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
C9-12 Alkane
SolventHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Quercus Suber Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingOak Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientHypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingCholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Glycol Caprylate
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientTriticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
Buffering
Alteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Propanediol, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, C9-12 Alkane, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Resveratrol, Panthenol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Caffeine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Salicylic Acid, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Quercus Suber Bark Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Oak Root Extract, Acetyl Glucosamine, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Cholesterol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Glycol Caprylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Sodium Lactate, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Sodium PCA, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Parfum, Tetrasodium EDTA, BHT, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 14700
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
AntimicrobialPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingHamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSwiftlet Nest Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Fructan
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Glycol
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRaspberry Ketone
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Swiftlet Nest Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fructan, Allantoin, Adenosine, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Xylitol, Salicylic Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Raspberry Ketone, Mentha Piperita Oil
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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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
