What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Pyrithione 1%
Antiseborrhoeic
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Zinc Sulfate
AntimicrobialPPG-9
Skin ConditioningGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningTea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Zinc Pyrithione 1%, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Carbomer, Parfum, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Salicylate, Zinc Sulfate, PPG-9, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cocos Nucifera Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyquaternium-37
C13-15 Alkane
SolventBis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Polyester-11
Skin ConditioningSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyimide-1
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sarcosine
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Pisum Sativum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate Hcl
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-37, C13-15 Alkane, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Lecithin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Polyester-11, Sclerotium Gum, Chlorphenesin, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Triheptanoin, Panthenol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyimide-1, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Niacinamide, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sarcosine, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Citric Acid, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Pisum Sativum Seed Extract, Propylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate Hcl, Arginine, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Potassium Sorbate, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Polyglycerin-3, CI 19140, CI 15985
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidThis ingredient is derived from guar gum.
It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.
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 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.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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
