What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingOlive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl Salicylate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Coumarin, Hydroxycitronellal, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 17200
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-10
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-8
HumectantPEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
EmulsifyingTrehalose
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-20
HumectantParfum
Masking
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Polyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Germ Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Mortierella Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
PEG-30 Soy Sterol
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTrisodium EDTA
Theanine
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Dipalmitate
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-10, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, PEG-8, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Trehalose, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-20, Parfum, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Citrate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Polyquaternium-51, Citric Acid, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Disodium EDTA, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Oryza Sativa Germ Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Mortierella Oil, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Alcohol, PEG-30 Soy Sterol, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Trisodium EDTA, Theanine, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Ascorbyl Dipalmitate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a fragrance. It can be synthetically created or naturally occurring.
The scent of Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is described as "flowery" but can also be "woody".
Naturally occurring Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone may be found in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or the yeast used to make wine and bread.
The term '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.
Learn more about Alpha-Isomethyl IononeBenzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholButylene 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 GlycolDisodium 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 EDTALimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneParfum 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.
Rosehip Oil is a non-fragrant plant oil. Rosehips are a fruit from a rose bush and are edible. This oil has skin conditioning and hydrating properties.
Rosehip contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E, fatty acids and linolenic acids. These nourish your skin barrier. Having hydrated skin may help reduce the appearance of fine-lines and wrinkles.
Another great component of Rosehip Oil is Vitamin A, or retinol. Vitamin A encourages your skin to create more collagen.
Rosehip oil may help with reducing pigmentation. The lycopene and beta-carotene have skin-lightening properties. However, more studies are needed to confirm this.
Learn more about Rosa Canina Fruit OilTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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
