What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberGlycerin
HumectantPropylene Glycol
HumectantDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV FilterOctocrylene
UV AbsorberCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantC14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
EmollientC20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingC20-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSorbitan Stearate
EmulsifyingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingParfum
MaskingIsohexadecane
EmollientNiacinamide
SmoothingSilica
AbrasiveTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPolysorbate 80
EmulsifyingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Sorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantChrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Octocrylene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide, C14-22 Alcohols, Dimethicone, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, C20-22 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Sorbitan Stearate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Parfum, Isohexadecane, Niacinamide, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Oleate, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
MaskingPropylene Carbonate
SolventPropanediol
SolventMethicone
EmollientChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialAlumina
AbrasiveStearic Acid
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantBuddleja Officinalis Flower Extract
UV Filter1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Sorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantIsononyl Isononanoate, Water, Isododecane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Carbonate, Propanediol, Methicone, Chlorphenesin, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Maltodextrin, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, CI 77492, CI 77163, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Ā
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesĀ
This ingredient is an 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.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Sorbitan Oleate is created from compounds in oleic acid and sorbitol.
It is used to stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Emulsifiers help keep ingredients together, such as oils and water.
According to a manufacturer, the ingredient Sorbitan Monooleate shares an INCI name with this one.
Sorbitan Oleate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also worsen oily skin.
Learn more about Sorbitan OleateTitanium dioxide is a mineral UV filter widely used in sunscreens and cosmetics.
It is one of only two UV filters officially classified as āmineralā by regulatory agencies, the other being zinc oxide.
Titanium dioxide provides broad-spectrum protection mostly in the UVB and UVAII range, with some protection in the UVAI range.
While its UVA protection isnāt as strong as zinc oxideās, the difference is minor.
A common myth is that mineral UV filters reflect UV light. However, modern research shows titanium dioxide absorbs UV radiation like chemical filters (~95% absorption & 5% reflection).
Thanks to its non-irritating nature, titanium dioxide is suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin. It is unlikely to cause "eye sting" like other sunscreen ingredients.
A major drawback of this ingredient is its white cast and thick texture. This is why mineral sunscreens often leave a white cast and are less cosmetically elegant than chemical/hybrid sunscreens.
To improve white cast and spreadability, micronized or nano-sized titanium dioxide is often used.
There are ongoing concerns surrounding nano-titanium oxide's impact on marine ecosystems.
There is no conclusive evidence that any form of titanium oxide (or any other sunscreen ingredients) will cause harm to marine ecosystems or coral reefs. The science is still developing but many consumers are keeping a close eye on this issue.
Please note, many destinations have reef-safety sunscreen rules. For instance, the U.S. Virgin Islands advises all visitors to use non-nano mineral sunscreens.
Nano mineral sunscreens once raised safety concerns about absorption into skin.
Extensive research has shown that they do not penetrate healthy or damaged skin; they remain safely on the surface and the top layer of dead skin (stratum corneum).
You'll likely find titanium dioxide bundled with alumina, silica, or dimethicone. These ingredients help make titanium dioxide highly photostable; this prevents it from interacting with other formula components under UV light.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
Learn more about Water