What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Brassica Oleracea Italica Water
Skin ProtectingSqualane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingBetaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingCucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAnastatica Hierochuntica Extract
AstringentHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Oleracea Italica Water, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Sorbitol, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Betaine, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Ceramide NP, Madecassoside, Allantoin, Trehalose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trideceth-10, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Glucoside, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phospholipids, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Beta-Glucan
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingCoco-Betaine
CleansingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCastanea Sativa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Oryza Sativa Extract, Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Betaine, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Castanea Sativa Seed Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid
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.
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 preservatives
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 GlycolCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Panthenol 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 PanthenolWater. 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
