What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsobutane
Propane
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract
EmollientCitrus Junos Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Cyperus Esculentus Root Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Insititia Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-4
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Oleth-20
CleansingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-11
Parfum
Masking
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Bromide
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSilicone Quaternium-3
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Linalool
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Isobutane, Propane, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Cyperus Esculentus Root Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Prunus Insititia Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Pvp, Polyquaternium-4, Laureth-4, Oleth-20, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-11, Parfum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silicone Quaternium-3, Trideceth-12, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, BHT, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyquaternium-55
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAspergillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Yeast Amino Acids
HumectantTetrasodium EDTA
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Wheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingArginine Hcl
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Threonine
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-55, Phenethyl Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Panthenol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aspergillus Ferment, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Arginine, Yeast Amino Acids, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Wheat Amino Acids, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Arginine Hcl, Serine, Threonine, Lactobacillus Ferment, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopherol, Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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 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.
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 Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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
