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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV AbsorberHomosalate
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV AbsorberOctocrylene
UV AbsorberWater
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientPropanediol
SolventAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingBrassica Glycerides
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Polysilicone-11
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Erythritol
HumectantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantButylene Glycol
HumectantMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Aviculare Extract
EmollientMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
AntioxidantDecyl Glucoside
CleansingZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Alcohol Denat., Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Brassica Glycerides, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Polysilicone-11, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Erythritol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butylene Glycol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Bisabolol, Decyl Glucoside, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventMenthyl Ethylamido Oxalate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
EmollientC10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningErythritol
HumectantBisabolol
AntioxidantCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Cetearyl Olivate
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingBrassica Glycerides
EmollientCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantHibiscus Sabdariffa Fruit Extract
Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract
AntioxidantAloe Barbadensis Leaf
MaskingT-Butyl Alcohol
PerfumingActinidia Chinensis Seed
AbrasiveHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil
AntimicrobialPrunus Avium Seed Oil
EmollientPunica Granatum Seed Oil
EmollientPyrus Malus Seed Oil
EmollientRubus Fruticosus Seed
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingWater, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Propanediol, Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate, Glycerin, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Erythritol, Bisabolol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Brassica Glycerides, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Fruit Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, T-Butyl Alcohol, Actinidia Chinensis Seed, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil, Prunus Avium Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Rubus Fruticosus Seed, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
Bisabolol is a gentle skin conditioner, antioxidant, and soothing ingredient.
It's primary claim to fame is soothing and research shows topically applied bisabolol can quiet the chemical messengers that cause your skin to become inflamed, helping to sooth any irritation.
A clinical study found that applying 0.5% bisabolol daily for 8 weeks produced an average 9% decrease in skin pigmentation. Researchers found it can also suppress the process that leads to excess melanin production in skin.
In vitro studies found that bisabolol combined with propylene glycol significantly increased skin permeability by increasing lipid fluidity in the stratum corneum.
You'll likely see use concentrations quite low, usually 0.1-0.2%.
Overall, this is a well-tolerated ingredient that works well in formulas designed for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Learn more about BisabololWe don't have a description for Brassica Glycerides yet.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent that helps cosmetics stay fresh, stable, and consistent over time.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product. It also helps prevent the growth of unwanted microbes in products that contain water.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAYou might know this ingredient as a sugar substitute in foods. It is a sugar alcohol with humectant properties.
Humectants attract water to your skin (like glycerin or hyaluronic acid).
Fun fact: Erythritol can be naturally found in some fermented foods.
Learn more about ErythritolGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolTocopheryl 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterZingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.
Ginger root has antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant properties help protect your body from free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. As a result, ginger may help slow down signs of aging such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Studies show ginger inhibits the enzyme that breaks down collagen. It also helps with:
This ingredient has no negative side-effects and is safe to use unless one has a specific allergy to it.
Ginger originates from Southeast Asia but has spread throughout the world. It is now a common spice used in many cultures.
Learn more about Zingiber Officinale Root Extract