What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Petrolatum
Emollient
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientCera Alba
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Undecane
EmollientLaureth-7 Citrate
CleansingPolyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Tridecane
Perfuming
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingTriethanolamine
BufferingMenthol
Masking
Camphor
Masking
Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil
Masking
Sucralose
Skin ConditioningAroma
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningEugenol
Perfuming
Petrolatum, Dibutyl Adipate, Cera Alba, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Undecane, Laureth-7 Citrate, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Tridecane, Lauryl Glucoside, Triethanolamine, Menthol, Camphor, Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil, Sucralose, Aroma, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Eugenol
Petrolatum
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Lanolin
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Urea
Buffering
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Lauryl Alcohol
Emollient
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Camphor
Masking
Menthol
Masking
Methylparaben
Preservative
BHA
Antioxidant
Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil
Masking
Sucralose
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
Preservative
Aroma
Eugenol
Perfuming
Petrolatum, Water, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Lanolin, Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Urea, Cetyl Esters, Palmitic Acid, Lecithin, Lauryl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Camphor, Menthol, Methylparaben, BHA, Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil, Sucralose, Propylparaben, Aroma, Eugenol
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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.
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
“Aroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.”
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaCamphor is a waxy solid with a strong scent. It is made using turpentine oil.
This ingredient is used for medicinal purposes due to its cooling effect. In medicine, camphor is a common anti-inflammation ingredient.
Camphor also possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties.
One study found camphor to be a potential anti-wrinkle ingredient. This might be due to its ability to increase elastin and collagen production. Collagen and elastin are responsible for plump and youthful looking skin.
It is best to use cosmetics with a small amount of camphor under 11%. Using topical camphor may induce irritation and redness.
In the past, camphor was traditionally made by distilling the wood of the camphor tree.
Learn more about CamphorThis is an essential oil extracted from the leaves of the clove tree. It has a warm and spicy aroma.
Clove oils contain a high proportion of eugenol.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen. In the European Union, regulation mandates some fragrance allergens must be labeled so consumers who are sensitive to them can make informed choices.
Learn more about Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf OilEugenol is naturally found in cloves, basil, and bay leaves. It is an aromatic oil used to add fragrance to a product. The scent of eugenol is described as "clove-like". Eugenol is a known EU allergen, meaning it causes contact allergies.
Studies show eugenol possesses antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
Besides cosmetics, eugenol is also added as a flavor in teas and cakes.
Learn more about EugenolMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum is fungal acne safe. It is a hydrocarbon with no fatty acid structure, so Malassezia cannot metabolize it. In-vitro studies support negligible growth stimulation as well.
It's also worth noting that petrolatum has a comedogenic rating of 0. In updated rabbit ear testing (and in human testing), petrolatum was found to be not comedogenic. This means it didn’t promote comedone formation in standard models.
Learn more about PetrolatumWe don't have a description for Sucralose yet.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter comes from the Theobroma cacoa, or Cacao tree. Cacao trees are native to tropical landscapes.
Like other plant butters, Cacao seed butter is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture in, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Cacao seed butter contains antioxidants known as polyphenols. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules by stabilizing them. Unstable free-radicals may cause damage to your skin cells. Antioxidants may help with anti-aging.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter can be bad for acne prone skin.
Learn more about Theobroma Cacao Seed ButterWater. 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 Water
