What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
PEG-40
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSteareth-21
CleansingPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogen Dimethicone
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-Crosspolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer
Isohexadecane
EmollientOrange Roughy Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Glycerin, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-40, Propylene Glycol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propanediol, PEG-40 Stearate, Zinc Oxide, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PEG-Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Orange Roughy Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetearyl Methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cera Alba
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
PEG-20 Stearate
Emulsifying
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMethylparaben
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantTriethanolamine
BufferingAlumina
Abrasive
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Saururus Chinensis Leaf/Root Extract
Antimicrobial
Morus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Fructose
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
MaskingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cera Alba, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Titanium Dioxide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cyclopentasiloxane, CI 77891, Cyclohexasiloxane, PEG-20 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Niacinamide, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Methylparaben, Allantoin, CI 77492, Triethanolamine, Alumina, CI 77491, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alpha-Arbutin, Saururus Chinensis Leaf/Root Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Fructose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide As, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ceramide EOP, Phosphatidylcholine, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate
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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.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneCeramide NP is a type of ceramide and formally known as ceramide 3.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
