What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract
SmoothingDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
CI 75130
Cosmetic ColorantOryza Sativa Bran Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Parfum, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Benzophenone-3, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, CI 75130
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Cleansing
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil
Masking
Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
Masking
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingRosa Centifolia Flower Extract
Astringent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Combretum Farinosum Flower Nectar
MaskingAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil, Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Combretum Farinosum Flower Nectar, Alcohol Denat., Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolThis ingredient is also known as olive oil. It has been used in skincare for centuries and science largely backs up its reputation as a nourishing emollient.
The main components of olive oil are oleic acid (55-83%), linoleic acid (3.5-20%), and palmitic acid (7-20%). Oleic acid promotes skin regeneration and helps regulate inflammatory responses.
Squalene is also naturally present in olive oil and exhibits moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
The polyphenols in olive oil also show anti-aging promise; one clinical study found a measurable improvement in skin appearance after 30 days of topical serum use.
Just be aware that applying olive oil directly to skin can weaken the barrier and cause redness. One study with volunteers found even people without sensitive skin experienced a significant reduction in stratum corneum integrity and induced mild erythema.
It's best to use this ingredient as part of a carefully crafted formula (instead of putting it on skin directly from the bottle).
Because it has a 2-3 on the comedogenic scale, it is a moderate risk for acne-prone skin. However, the overall formulation of a product matters more than a few ingredients with comedogenic ratings.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because of the oleic and palmitic acid content. These fall within the C11-24 fatty acid range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize to grow.
Overall, olive oil is a well-studied and nourishing skincare ingredient.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilThis ingredient is also known as Avocado oil. It's the cold-pressed oil from the flesh of the avocado fruit packed with fatty acids (mostly oleic acid).
The rich fatty acid profile allows it to function as a skin conditioning agent and emollient; it helps soften and smooth skin while reducing water loss.
Preclinical research has found that topical avocado oil increased collagen synthesis and reduced inflammation during wound healing, giving it some skin-repairing credibility.
The unsaponifiable fraction of the oil is also interesting: studies on avocado unsaponifiables showed that it helped skin produce more collagen and other structural compounds that support healing.
The CIR Expert Panel has found this ingredient to be non-irritating in formulations.
It's a great ingredient for dry or compromised skin. Just know it may not be fungal acne safe. This is because the oleic acid content falls within the range that Malassezia can use as a food source.
Learn more about Persea Gratissima OilThis ingredient is the oil from the apricot.
Apricot Kernel Oil is an emollient and helps soften skin. This is due to its fatty acid components. Some of these fatty acids include linoleic and oleic acid.
This ingredient also has antioxidant properties from Vitamins A, C, and E. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. Besides being antioxidants, these vitamins provide plenty of skin benefits as well.
Learn more about Prunus Armeniaca Kernel OilTocopheryl 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 Acetate
