What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Petrolatum
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingLanolin
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polybutene
Triisostearin
Skin Conditioning
Oleyl Erucate
Emollient
Polypropylene
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Vegetable Oil
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantPetrolatum, Cera Microcristallina, Lanolin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polybutene, Triisostearin, Oleyl Erucate, Polypropylene, Paraffinum Liquidum, Synthetic Wax, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethiconol, Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Parfum, Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vegetable Oil, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, CI 15985
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Squalane
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Surfactant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientSteareth-100
Gel FormingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingOphiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Octocrylene, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Squalane, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Silica, Octyldodecanol, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Palmitic Acid, Tocopherol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Steareth-100, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Carbomer, Chlorphenesin, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene, Ectoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Myristic Acid, Mentha Piperita Oil, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Salicylic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool 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 LinaloolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about Tocopherol
