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Sea Salt
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningVinegar
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide
EmollientCoco-Betaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate Dimethicone
Rapeseedamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Quaternium-96
CleansingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPropanediol
Solvent
Steareth-100
Gel FormingSteareth-2
EmulsifyingMannan
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-70
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Fructose
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Inositol
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sea Salt, Water, Vinegar, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycerin, Persea Gratissima Oil, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate Dimethicone, Rapeseedamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Quaternium-96, Dipropylene Glycol, Propanediol, Steareth-100, Steareth-2, Mannan, Xanthan Gum, Polyquaternium-70, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Glycine, Fructose, Urea, Niacinamide, Inositol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Lactic Acid
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
HumectantMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Quillaja Saponaria Wood Extract
Skin ConditioningCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide
EmulsifyingLauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride, Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Coconut Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propanediol, Glyceryl Laurate, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Quillaja Saponaria Wood Extract, Coconut Alkanes, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide, Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide, Panthenol, Maltodextrin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide yet.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium 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 BenzoateThis gentle cleansing and foaming ingredient is known for leaving a smooth feeling in skin and hair. It is made using coconut oil.
According to the manufacturer, it is soluble in water and has resistance to hard water, acid, and alkali.
Due to its coconut base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateWater. 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!
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