What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane
EmollientC13-15 Alkane
SolventCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMethylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica
Abrasive
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingDimethicone
Emollient
Polysilicone-11
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Zea Mays Starch
Absorbent
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Benzophenone-3, Phospholipids, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Behenyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, C13-15 Alkane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Alpha-Arbutin, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Decyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Silica, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Cetyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Zea Mays Starch, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingC30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, PEG-10 Dimethicone, CI 77891, Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Caffeine, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
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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.
Butylene 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 GlycolCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamatePhenoxyethanol 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.
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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
