What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningDimethiconol
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPaphiopedilum Maudiae Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
MaskingZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventEthylhexyl Cocoate
EmollientGlyceryl Linoleate
EmollientGlyceryl Linolenate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCholesterol
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeDimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Paphiopedilum Maudiae Flower Extract, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Bisabolol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cholesterol, Ceramide NP, Phenoxyethanol
Cyclopentasiloxane
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialBHT
AntioxidantC18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningCeramide Ns
Skin ConditioningCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientDimethiconol
EmollientEthylhexyl Cocoate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientLauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
Lecithin
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingPropylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientRetinol
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Laurate
EmulsifyingTetrahydrodiferuloylmethane
AntioxidantPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, BHT, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Persea Gratissima Oil, Phytosphingosine, Phytosterols, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Retinol, Sorbitan Laurate, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide and formally known as ceramide 3.
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
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Ethylhexyl Cocoate is created from 2-ethylhexanol and Coconut Acid. Coconut Acid is created from the fatty acids derived from Coconut Oil.
As an emollient, Ethylhexyl Cocoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a thin film on top of skin that traps moisture in.
Phenoxyethanol 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.