What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
EmulsifyingGlycerin
HumectantBetaine
HumectantPropanediol
SolventGlycol Distearate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingXylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-49
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
CleansingOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningXylitol
HumectantInulin
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentDecyl Glucoside
CleansingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeButylene Glycol
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Chloride
MaskingGlucose
HumectantWater, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Glycerin, Betaine, Propanediol, Glycol Distearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-49, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Lactobacillus Ferment, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Stearic Acid, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Xylitol, Inulin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Maltodextrin, Decyl Glucoside, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lauryl Glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Glucose
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingCichorium Intybus Root Extract
MaskingCamelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningLactose
HumectantLactis Proteinum
Skin ConditioningYogurt Powder
Olus Oil
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantAscorbyl Palmitate
AntioxidantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
MaskingPolyquaternium-10
Butylene Glycol
HumectantGlycereth-7 Caprylate/Caprate
EmulsifyingInulin
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientBulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Oil
AstringentCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
MaskingJuniperus Mexicana Oil
MaskingCananga Odorata Flower Oil
MaskingCitric Acid
BufferingSorbic Acid
PreservativeEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisteareth-75 Ipdi
Parfum
MaskingPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingButylphenyl Methylpropional
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeWater, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Lauryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Cichorium Intybus Root Extract, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Lactose, Lactis Proteinum, Yogurt Powder, Olus Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Panthenol, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Polyquaternium-10, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-7 Caprylate/Caprate, Inulin, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Bulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil, Citrus Limon Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disteareth-75 Ipdi, Parfum, Phenethyl Alcohol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol
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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 AcidEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinInulin is a polysaccharide (carbohydrate) with prebiotic and antioxidant properties.
The majority of inulin is extracted from chicory, but can also be obtained from other plants such as garlic, onion, asparagus, and sugarcane.
Studies show inulin may help with controlling your skin's natural microbiota when applied topically.
The antioxidant potential of inulin varies depending on the source.
Learn more about InulinLauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
This ingredient is a surfactant, making it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other pollutants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Other names for this ingredient include "Lauryl Polyglucose", "Lauryl glycoside", and "D-Glucopyranoside".
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosidePhenoxyethanol 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.
Water. 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