What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin Conditioning
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Glycerin
Humectant
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Diglycerin
Humectant
Iron Oxides
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Isododecane
EmollientEthylene/Methacrylate Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAcrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Chromium Oxide Greens
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract
AstringentDisodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Gentiana Lutea Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Absinthium Extract
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingArnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Sodium Glycerophosphate
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
EmollientPotassium Magnesium Aspartate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Magnesium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Meristem Cell Culture
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Beeswax, Glycerin, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Niacinamide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Panthenol, Diglycerin, Iron Oxides, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Isododecane, Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Chromium Oxide Greens, Triethyl Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Alcohol, Asiaticoside, Adenosine, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Boron Nitride, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Propanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Polysorbate 20, Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Sodium Glycerophosphate, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Potassium Magnesium Aspartate, Citric Acid, Calcium Gluconate, Madecassoside, Magnesium Gluconate, Centella Asiatica Meristem Cell Culture, Xanthan Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol Cocoate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Parfum
Masking
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sodium Dextran Sulfate
Gel Forming
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Ethylcellulose
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract
AstringentRhizobian Gum
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingSodium Phytate
Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Antioxidant
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Isostearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol Cocoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, CI 77891, Mica, Parfum, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Sodium Salicylate, Ethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Rhizobian Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Phytate, Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Tocopherol, Tin Oxide, Glycine Soja Oil, Sorbic Acid, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15
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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.
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 GlycolCitric 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 AcidDimethicone 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 DimethiconeGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium 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 BenzoateWater. 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
