What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberLecithin
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Achillea Millefolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningArnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Helichrysum Italicum Extract
AntiseborrhoeicHypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Symphytum Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Water, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citric Acid, Achillea Millefolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Symphytum Officinale Root Extract
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Myristyl Lactate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Tribehenin
Emollient
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Glycoproteins
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Lotus Corniculatus Flower Extract
MaskingAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningArnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Dibehenate
Emollient
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Myristyl Lactate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Tribehenin, Glycol Distearate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Parfum, Glycoproteins, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lotus Corniculatus Flower Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Tocopheryl Acetate, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Glyceryl Behenate, Water, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Arnica Montana Flower is more commonly known as Wolf's Bane. While this flower has been used in traditional medicine, its skin benefits are in question.
The FDA considers Wolf's Bane to be an unsafe herb. They advise against taking it orally or applying it to broken skin.
Wolf's Bane has been said to have anti-inflammatory properties. However, studies are conflicting about whether this is true.
According to the Final report on the safety assessment of Arnica montana, this plant has not been found to cause dermal irritation.
This flower contains numerous fatty acids such as palmitic, linoleic, myristic, and linolenic acids. The presence and amount of fatty acids depends on where the flower is harvested.
Like other flowers, this ingredient has a natural fragrance. It can also be used to mask, or cover, the unpleasant scents from other ingredients.
Learn more about Arnica Montana Flower ExtractAscorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.
This ingredient is a more stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate as quickly when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.
Ascorbyl Palmitate is oil soluble.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Ascorbyl PalmitateBisabolol is famous for its skin soothing properties. It does this by blocking inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.
This ingredient also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.
Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.
Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.
All these properties makes bisabolol a great skin barrier helper ingredient.
Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.
Note: Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.
Learn more about BisabololThis 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 TriglycerideHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilPeg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.
It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.
This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.
Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearatePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.
Almonds contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of Vitamin E, a great antioxidant and skin conditioning ingredient. Sweet almond oil contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid and triglycerides.
The content of sweet almond oil makes it a great emollient; it can help soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a barrier over your skin to trap moisture in. Sweet almond oil has antioxidant properties.
Those with an almond allergy should be careful of this ingredient and speak with a professional about using it in your skincare.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl 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
