What's inside
What's inside
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Methyl Isethionate
EmulsifyingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLauric Acid
Cleansing
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningCoco-Glucoside
Cleansing
Phenethyl Benzoate
Emollient
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
ChelatingPolyquaternium-2
Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Laurate
CleansingAmodimethicone
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningC11-15 Pareth-15
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Laureth-9
EmulsifyingCitronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingBixa Orellana Seed Extract
MaskingWater, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Panthenol, Parfum, Sodium Methyl Isethionate, Benzyl Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Lauric Acid, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Coco-Glucoside, Phenethyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Oleate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Glycol Distearate, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Polyquaternium-2, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Laurate, Amodimethicone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, C11-15 Pareth-15, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Laureth-9, Citronellol, Geraniol, Trideceth-12, Bixa Orellana Seed 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.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolParfum 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 ParfumSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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!
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