What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingTricaprylin
MaskingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCaproic Acid
CleansingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin ConditioningTriolein
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Dioleate
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
EmollientHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Tricaprylin, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Water, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Sorbitan Olivate, Adenosine, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caproic Acid, Panthenol, Allantoin, Triolein, Ceramide NP, Glyceryl Dioleate, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Elastin
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientDextrin Palmitate
EmulsifyingDipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningSilica Dimethyl Silylate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Stearate
EmulsifyingCedrol
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientParfum
MaskingGluconolactone
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientSucralose
Skin ConditioningProtease
ExfoliatingButylene Glycol
HumectantMadecassoside
AntioxidantSerine
MaskingCholesterol
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
EmollientSqualane
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Glucoside
HumectantAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialPropolis Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientTocopherol
AntioxidantStearic Acid
CleansingHoney Extract
HumectantCodonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantAcetyl Tetrapeptide-9
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCeramide Ns
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantCeramide AP
Skin ConditioningCeramide As
Skin ConditioningDesamido Collagen
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin ConditioningCitronellol
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingCitral
PerfumingTriethylhexanoin, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Dextrin Palmitate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Glycerin, Water, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Stearate, Cedrol, Dimethicone, Parfum, Gluconolactone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sucralose, Protease, Butylene Glycol, Madecassoside, Serine, Cholesterol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Beta-Carotene, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Glucoside, Alcohol Denat., Propolis Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Stearic Acid, Honey Extract, Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide Ns, Phytosphingosine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Desamido Collagen, Ceramide EOP, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Citral
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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.
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
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, commonly known as Argireline or Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, is a popular peptide in skincare. Itās often referred to as a āBotox-likeā ingredient because it helps reduce muscle movement.
By relaxing these micro-movements, Argireline may help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. That said, itās not as powerful as Botox, and research on its long-term effectiveness is still limited.
Beyond smoothing, Argireline may also support collagen production. Collagen is the protein that helps keep your skin firm, bouncy, and well-hydrated by strengthening the skin barrier.
So while Argireline isnāt a miracle fix, it can be a helpful addition to a routine focused on both prevention and skin health.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Butylene 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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl 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
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Water. 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