What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract
Astringent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Vinyldimethicone
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Olivate
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Sorbitol
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract
EmollientRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialAnastatica Hierochuntica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Vinyldimethicone, Water, Cetearyl Olivate, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Propanediol, Sorbitol, Glycereth-26, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Panthenol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ceramide NP, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate
CleansingTromethamine
BufferingShorea Stenoptera Seed Butter
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPhytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethylhexanoin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trisiloxane, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Water, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glycerin, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Carbomer, Dicaprylyl Ether, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Tromethamine, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Phytosterols, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate, Citric Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Gluconolactone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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.
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 preservatives
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 TriglycerideDisodium 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
