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What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Cleansing
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingCocamide Mipa
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Piperita Extract
CleansingPanthenyl Ethyl Ether
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Jasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Acorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Angelica Gigas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Inositol
Humectant
Milk Protein
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Cysteine
Antioxidant
Acetyl Methionine
Skin Conditioning
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Officinalis Extract
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Serotina Fruit Extract
MaskingPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Betaine
Humectant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicAdansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningMenthol
Masking
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract
AntiseborrhoeicLactic Acid
Buffering
Lactose
HumectantLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientZiziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Zinc Pyrithione
Antiseborrhoeic
Polyquaternium-10
Sodium Isethionate
CleansingCoconut Acid
Cleansing
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Zinc Chloride
AntimicrobialArginine
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Water, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Lauryl Glucoside, Cocamide Mipa, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Chloride, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Propolis Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Panthenol, Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Inositol, Milk Protein, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Alcohol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Acetyl Cysteine, Acetyl Methionine, Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Salvia Officinalis Extract, Salicylic Acid, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Betaine, Biotin, Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Menthol, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract, Lactic Acid, Lactose, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Niacinamide, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Cetyl Alcohol, Zinc Pyrithione, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Isethionate, Coconut Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Zinc Chloride, Arginine, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
MaskingDecyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Polyquaternium-10
Parfum
Masking
Amodimethicone
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingBeheneth-25
CleansingEthylene/Methacrylate Copolymer
Sodium Isethionate
CleansingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids
Cleansing
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingLinalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Magnesium Nitrate
Sodium Sarcosinate
Citronellol
Perfuming
Sodium Acetate
BufferingArginine
Masking
2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningMethylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Magnesium Chloride
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tetrasodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Coco-Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Decyl Glucoside, Polyquaternium-10, Parfum, Amodimethicone, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Coconut Acid, Propylene Glycol, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Carbomer, Beheneth-25, Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer, Sodium Isethionate, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids, Trideceth-6, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Magnesium Nitrate, Sodium Sarcosinate, Citronellol, Sodium Acetate, Arginine, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol
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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.
Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid. This just means our bodies can product a bit on its own, but sometimes needs a little boost from food sources.
It is a part of your skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF), or the water-loving molecules in your outermost layer of skin (stratum corneum) that keeps everything hydrated and happy.
Here's an interesting thing about Arginine: your skin converts it into urea through the Krebs-Henseleit urea cycle. Urea is one of the most effective humectants your skin naturally produces.
A clinical study showed applying 2.5% arginine hydrochloride to atopic dermatitis skin showed significant urea levels in the stratum corneum and improved moisture in just four weeks.
Arginine is also a precursor to nitric oxide; nitric oxide improves microcirculation and supports wound healing and collagen synthesis.
One study found that an amino acid complex containing Arginine reduced skin irritation, improved hydration, and accelerated skin repair in clinical / in-vivo studies.
Arginine itself is an amino acid and not a fatty acid, oil, or ester. On its own, it's not a direct food source for Malassezia, or the yeast that causes fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineCitric 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 a cleansing agent, surfactant, and foam booster. It considered an alternative to traditional sulfates (Sulfosuccinate) and is allowed in "sulfate-free" products.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient is mild and can be used in baby and bath options.
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.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt. This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
You might see people debate whether Sodium Chloride is comedogenic, but there actually haven't been any comedogenic tests done on it. Either way, the overall formulation of a product matters a lot more than any single ingredient.
You might see this ingredient used in scrubs as a primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
This ingredient hasn’t been shown in studies to feed fungal acne yeast.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateWe don't have a description for Sodium Isethionate yet.
Water. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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