What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Glycerin
Humectant
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingCoco-Betaine
CleansingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Menthol
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCoconut Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Methyltaurate
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-6
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Trehalose
Humectant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Bambusa Vulgaris Water
Skin ConditioningTriticum Monococcum Stem Water
Rhus Semialata Gall Extract
Skin ConditioningSaponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSapindus Trifoliatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Lactate
BufferingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantChamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialRosmarinus Officinalis Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Viridis Extract
MaskingHamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentCitric Acid
Buffering
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Thiamine Hcl
MaskingRiboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Pantothenic Acid
Skin ConditioningNiacin
Smoothing
Folic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Carnitine Hcl
HumectantBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Algin
Masking
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Glycerin, Cocamide Mea, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Alcohol, Propanediol, Menthol, Sodium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Parfum, Carbomer, Coconut Acid, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Sodium Methyltaurate, Trideceth-6, Tocopheryl Acetate, Salicylic Acid, Mentha Piperita Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Lactic Acid, Trehalose, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Bambusa Vulgaris Water, Triticum Monococcum Stem Water, Rhus Semialata Gall Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sapindus Trifoliatus Fruit Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lactate, Dipropylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Mentha Viridis Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Beta-Glucan, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Thiamine Hcl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Niacin, Folic Acid, Carnitine Hcl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Algin
Sodium Chloride 36%
Masking
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
CleansingPotassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract
Astringent
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningFreesia Refracta Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Vulgaris Extract
Skin ProtectingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Chloride 36%, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Betaine, Potassium Cocoate, Coco-Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Mentha Citrata Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Freesia Refracta Extract, Chamomilla Vulgaris Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Parfum
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 GlycolCoco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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 ParfumChances 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.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium Chloride
