What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 16%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Quercetin
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthophylls
Skin ConditioningSucrose
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Tapioca Starch
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantDimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Propanediol
Solvent
C13-15 Alkane
SolventDipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingIsostearyl Lactate
EmollientTriethyl Citrate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Zinc Oxide 16%, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Coconut Alkanes, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract, Ferulic Acid, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Quercetin, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthophylls, Sucrose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lecithin, Polyglutamic Acid, Tapioca Starch, Calcium Gluconate, Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Triheptanoin, Xanthan Gum, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propanediol, C13-15 Alkane, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isostearyl Lactate, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Homosalate 10%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Benzophenone-3 6%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 2%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Triethanolamine
BufferingBentonite
Absorbent
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
PEG-8 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Tetrasodium EDTA
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Arachidic Acid
Cleansing
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Acetate
MaskingHomosalate 10%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Benzophenone-3 6%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Octocrylene 2%, Water, Propylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine, Bentonite, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Allantoin, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Myristic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Arachidic Acid, Lauric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Retinyl Palmitate, Silica, Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide NP, Butylene Glycol, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Butyl Acetate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceThis 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 TriglycerideDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateTocopheryl 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
