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Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentPCA
Humectant
Alanine
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Glycine
Buffering
Histidine
Humectant
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningPhenylalanine
Masking
Proline
Skin Conditioning
Serine
Masking
Threonine
Valine
MaskingAdansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Polyquaternium-10
Polyquaternium-7
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coconut Alkanes, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Lactate, Equisetum Arvense Extract, PCA, Alanine, Arginine, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Valine, Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Citric Acid, Aspartic Acid, Polyquaternium-10, Polyquaternium-7, Laureth-4, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingLauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Acetamide Mea
HumectantMyristamine Oxide
CleansingMagnesium Chloride
Sorbitol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-11
Polyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Magnesium Nitrate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Extracts
CI 60730
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Acetamide Mea, Myristamine Oxide, Magnesium Chloride, Sorbitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyquaternium-11, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Hexylene Glycol, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Tetrasodium EDTA, Magnesium Nitrate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Extracts, CI 60730
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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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl 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 AcidPanthenol 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 PanthenolPhenoxyethanol 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-10Water. 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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