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Water
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
AntimicrobialPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientVinyldimethicone
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingNiacinamide
SmoothingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCoptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningResveratrol
AntioxidantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantMadecassoside
AntioxidantSodium Dna
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningTannic Acid
AstringentDisodium EDTA
Sodium Phytate
Water, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Vinyldimethicone, C14-22 Alcohols, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Caprylyl Methicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Hydroxyacetophenone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyquaternium-51, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tromethamine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Beta-Glucan, Resveratrol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Tocopherol, Madecassoside, Sodium Dna, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Tannic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Phytate
Centella Asiatica Extract
CleansingButylene Glycol
HumectantSqualane
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientPEG-40 Stearate
EmulsifyingCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MaskingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingLilium Speciosum Flower Oil
MaskingOrange Roughy Oil
Skin ConditioningRose Flower Oil
MaskingCitrus Iyo Peel Oil
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingCedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
MaskingRosa Damascena Flower Oil
MaskingHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningXylitylglucoside
HumectantJasminum Officinale Oil
MaskingHyaluronic Acid
HumectantArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningCrithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate
Skin ProtectingXylitol
HumectantFerula Galbaniflua Resin Oil
AntimicrobialHydrolyzed Lupine Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningGold
Cosmetic ColorantRhododendron Weyrichii Extract
Skin ConditioningVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingRosa Alba Leaf/Stem Extract
HumectantChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialDaucus Carota Sativa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
AstringentBetula Alba Bark Extract
MaskingLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion StabilisingCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate-13
Asiaticoside
AntioxidantPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin ConditioningPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
EmulsifyingWater
Skin ConditioningPolyisobutene
Palmitic Acid
EmollientAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientStearic Acid
CleansingSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOctanediol
Polysorbate 20
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingMyristic Acid
CleansingArachidic Acid
CleansingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Citrate
BufferingLauric Acid
CleansingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentTocopherol
AntioxidantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantSorbitan Laurate
EmulsifyingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAcetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingCentella Asiatica Extract, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, Alcohol Denat., Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Lilium Speciosum Flower Oil, Orange Roughy Oil, Rose Flower Oil, Citrus Iyo Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Xylitylglucoside, Jasminum Officinale Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate, Xylitol, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Hydrolyzed Lupine Seed Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Gold, Rhododendron Weyrichii Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Rosa Alba Leaf/Stem Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Leaf Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Lactobacillus, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Synthetic Beeswax, Cyclohexasiloxane, PEG-100 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyacrylate-13, Asiaticoside, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Madecassic Acid, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Water, Polyisobutene, Palmitic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octanediol, Polysorbate 20, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Myristic Acid, Arachidic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Lauric Acid, Maltodextrin, Tocopherol, Anhydroxylitol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sorbitan Laurate, Ceramide NP, Phytosphingosine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
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 GlycolThis 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 TriglycerideCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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 GlycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
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 TocopherolWater. 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