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Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningJojoba Esters
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Behenyl Behenate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingParfum
MaskingTrimethylolpropane Triisostearate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
Skin ConditioningPrunus Avium Seed Oil
EmollientTocopherol
AntioxidantEthyl Vanillin
MaskingAscorbyl Palmitate
AntioxidantUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningPropyl Gallate
AntioxidantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Jojoba Esters, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Behenyl Behenate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables, Prunus Avium Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Ethyl Vanillin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Propyl Gallate, CI 15850, CI 15985, CI 19140, CI 42090, CI 45410, CI 45380, CI 73360, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
EmollientMethyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
PerfumingHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningCera Alba
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingPropolis Extract
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTrimethylolpropane Triisostearate
EmollientMel
EmollientPropanediol
SolventEthyl Vanillin
MaskingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantWater
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantTrihydroxystearin
Skin ConditioningIsostearic Acid
CleansingAscorbyl Palmitate
AntioxidantPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingLecithin
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantMontmorillonite
AbsorbentAnthocyanins
Cosmetic ColorantMaltodextrin
AbsorbentPropyl Gallate
AntioxidantLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingCitric Acid
BufferingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Cera Alba, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Parfum, Propolis Extract, Diisostearyl Malate, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Mel, Propanediol, Ethyl Vanillin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Water, Tocopherol, Trihydroxystearin, Isostearic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Montmorillonite, Anthocyanins, Maltodextrin, Propyl Gallate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citric Acid, CI 77891, CI 15985, CI 45380, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 15850
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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.
Ascorbyl 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 PalmitateThis ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterButyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables comes from shea butter.
Unsaponifiables means the butter is not saponified, or it has not been turned into soap using an alkali reaction.
This ingredient contains Vitamin E, sterols, and many antioxidants. These compounds help hydate your skin.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii Butter UnsaponifiablesThis 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 TriglycerideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.
The color of this dye is orange/yellow.
This ingredient can be found in makeup, sun care, and skincare.
Learn more about CI 15985Ci 45380 is a synthetic dye that comes from coal or tar sources. Due to this, it is often used in small quantities.
A common name for this dye is Red 22. Red 22 imparts a warm reddish color.
Similar to Red 27, this dye changes color based on pH and moisture levels.
This dye is colorless when dry but turns pink between pH levels 0.0 to ~3.0.
Learn more about CI 45380Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
We don't have a description for Ethyl Vanillin yet.
Helianthus 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 OilHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax is created from the common sunflower.
Sunflower seed wax is made up of long chain non-glyceride esters, a small amount of fatty alcohols, and fatty acids.
This ingredient is often used to enhance the texture of products. The fatty acid properties also help hydrate the skin.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed WaxHydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax is wax from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It has moisturizing properties due to its polysaccharides and omega-3 fatty acids content.
This ingredient is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumThis ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearatePropyl Gallate is an antioxidant and is a fragrance.
Tocopherol (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 TocopherolThis ingredient comes from trimethylolpropane and isostearic acid. It has emollient and skin conditioning properties.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient provides a non-tacky, light, glossy feeling on the skin.
Due to its isotearic acid base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate