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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMandelic Acid
AntimicrobialPropanediol
SolventNiacinamide
SmoothingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Extract
AntioxidantVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
AntimicrobialPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRosa Canina Seed Oil
EmollientNopalea Cochenillifera Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Seed Oil
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningSclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
HumectantVaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil
AntioxidantMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientBakuchiol
AntimicrobialNigella Sativa Seed Oil
EmollientResveratrol
AntioxidantGynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/Stem Extract
AntioxidantLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin ConditioningAzadirachta Indica Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningWater, Mandelic Acid, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Nopalea Cochenillifera Extract, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Bakuchiol, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Resveratrol, Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/Stem Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantEthoxydiglycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantFerulic Acid
AntimicrobialLecithin
EmollientHyaluronic Acid
HumectantVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
AntimicrobialResveratrol
AntioxidantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Metabisulfite
AntioxidantPhenylpropanol
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.
This antioxidant is most famous for it's anti-aging benefits. Studies show it combats the signs of aging by:
Besides anti-aging, this ingredient also helps with skin brightening and soothing.
The most effective forms of resveratrol are isobutyrate and butyrate. These have the strongest effect on increasing A1 collagen and reducing inflammation.
A note on it being a retinoid alternative:
Despite it's amazing skin benefits, it is not a replacement for retinoids. However, it is recommended for people with sensitive skin or intolerance to retinoids.
Resveratrol is naturally found in grapes, peanuts, and berries.
Learn more about ResveratrolVitis Vinifera Seed Extract comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.
The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.
The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.
Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.
Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed ExtractWater. 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