What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Astringent
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Skin Conditioning
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dextran
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Panthenol, Dextran, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Pvp, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Trifolium Pratense Extract
Skin ConditioningNicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-86
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Cholate
Skin ConditioningTriethanolamine
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Dextran
Pantolactone
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingHydrochloric Acid
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Methylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lecithin, Propanediol, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Morus Alba Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Trifolium Pratense Extract, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-86, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Propylene Glycol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Cholate, Triethanolamine, BHT, Sodium Chloride, Dextran, Pantolactone, Tromethamine, Hydrochloric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Methylparaben, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This biometic peptide is designed to support hair growth.
According to a manufacturer, it stimulates hair growth by:
The manufacturer has found combining this ingredient with red clover extract (Capixyl) boosted benefits. Not only does it enforce the scalp's extracellular matrix, it also inhibits the enzyme that creates DHT, a hormone that leads to hair loss.
While this ingredient is promising, more research is still needed to confirm its full effectiveness.
Learn more about Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3Butylene 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 GlycolDextran is a sugar (polysaccharide) with skin hydrating properties.
Fun fact: Louis Pasteur first discovered this ingredient as a microbial product in wine.
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.
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 GlycerinPanthenol 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 PanthenolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Water. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
