What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingAcrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
Skin ConditioningPhenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolyethylene
AbrasiveMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Oil
MaskingSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientIsopropyl Myristate
EmollientIsostearic Acid
CleansingLecithin
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingPropylene Carbonate
SolventTocopherol
AntioxidantPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diisostearyl Malate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, CI 77891, Polyethylene, Microcrystalline Wax, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Persea Gratissima Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopherol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 15985, CI 17200, CI 77491, CI 77492
Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientC9-12 Alkane
SolventGlyceryl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
PerfumingDextrin Isostearate
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientSucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Synthetic Wax
AbrasiveCellulose
AbsorbentBis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Smdi Copolymer
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Cera
AstringentPolyethylene
AbrasiveParfum
MaskingLecithin
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Myristoyl Glutamate
CleansingPunica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEthyl Vanillin
MaskingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingAmmonium Glycyrrhizate
MaskingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingVanillin
MaskingPropylene Carbonate
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingLinalyl Acetate
MaskingTerpineol
MaskingIsostearic Acid
CleansingTin Oxide
AbrasivePaeonia Officinalis Flower Extract
TonicPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, C9-12 Alkane, Glyceryl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Dextrin Isostearate, Isododecane, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Synthetic Wax, Cellulose, Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Smdi Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Polyethylene, Parfum, Lecithin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Ethyl Vanillin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Vanillin, Propylene Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Linalyl Acetate, Terpineol, Isostearic Acid, Tin Oxide, Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850
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 lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491CI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Isostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidLecithin is a term for a group of substances found in the cell membranes of plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of phospholipids.
Thanks to its amphiphilic structure (water-loving head and oil-loving tail), it is a true multitasker:
It plays well with most ingredients and is typically used at 0.1-1%. However, concentrations up to 50% have been reported in moisturizers.
Depending on the source of this ingredient, lecithin may not be fungal acne safe. This is because some sources of lecithin come from soybean oil, which may feed the malassezia yeast that causes fungal acne.
We recommend reaching out to the brand you are purchasing from to inquire about the source of their lecithin.
Learn more about LecithinOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamatePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
We don't have a description for Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer yet.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate is an emulsifer and emollient. It comes from Isostearic Acid and Polyglycerin-3.
As an emulsifier, it helps stabilize products by preventing oils and water from separating.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateThis ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleatePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic AcidThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonatePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.
Almonds contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of Vitamin E, a great antioxidant and skin conditioning ingredient. Sweet almond oil contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid and triglycerides.
The content of sweet almond oil makes it a great emollient; it can help soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a barrier over your skin to trap moisture in. Sweet almond oil has antioxidant properties.
Those with an almond allergy should be careful of this ingredient and speak with a professional about using it in your skincare.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax