What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
EmulsifyingMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientMagnesium Sulfate
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingParfum
MaskingPropylene Carbonate
SolventMalva Sylvestris Extract
AstringentTocopherol
AntioxidantHydrogen Dimethicone
Linalool
PerfumingCitric Acid
BufferingLimonene
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingBHT
AntioxidantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Isododecane, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysilicone-11, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Magnesium Sulfate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Parfum, Propylene Carbonate, Malva Sylvestris Extract, Tocopherol, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Linalool, Citric Acid, Limonene, Citronellol, BHT, CI 19140, CI 42090, CI 77007, CI 77163, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Butylene Glycol
HumectantNylon-12
Silica
AbrasiveSqualane
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 40
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantGlycerin
HumectantPolysorbate 60
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Parfum
MaskingBiosaccharide Gum-1
HumectantSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingLimonene
PerfumingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingLinalool
PerfumingBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingGossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Butylene Glycol, Nylon-12, Silica, Squalane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Isohexadecane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polysorbate 40, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sorbitan Isostearate, Limonene, Sodium Hydroxide, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGlycerin 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 GlycerinLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polysilicone-11 is a film-forming silicone that creates a non-tacky and matte finish on the skin. It's commonly used to improve texture, absorb excess oil, and help active ingredients spread evenly.
Due to its "rubber-like" structure, it stays on the skin's surface instead of being absorbed. On the skin, it creates a flexible layer that enhances wearability and stability.
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