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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingAlteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Geranium Robertianum Extract
AstringentAscophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningCistus Incanus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAsparagopsis Armata Extract
Skin ProtectingHypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingSorbitol
Humectant
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Propylene Glycol Caprylate
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
Humectant
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Sulfate
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
CI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantCI 60730
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Resveratrol, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Caffeine, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Salicylic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Geranium Robertianum Extract, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Cistus Incanus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Sorbitol, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Sodium Lactate, Propylene Glycol Caprylate, Sodium PCA, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Sulfate, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, CI 14700, CI 60730, CI 17200, CI 42090, CI 19140
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Tridecyl Stearate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingAlteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate
EmulsifyingBisabolol
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Water, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Propylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Propanediol, Tridecyl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Panthenol, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate, Bisabolol, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitic Acid, Sodium PCA, Sodium Polyacrylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Citronellol, Geraniol, Tetrasodium EDTA
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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.
Alteromonas Ferment Extract is derived from a bacteria from in deep sea water. It has skin soothing and antioxidant properties.
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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolWe don't have a description for Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract yet.
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract comes Peony plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Emerging studies also show peony root may help reduce hyperpigmentation.
Ancient Chinese medicine has used peony root to treat dark spots, but studies are looking into this claim more.
Learn more about Paeonia Suffruticosa Root ExtractPanthenol 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 PanthenolSodium 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 HyaluronateSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCASorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
