What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialBHT
Antioxidant
C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
Lecithin
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, BHT, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Persea Gratissima Oil, Phytosphingosine, Phytosterols, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Retinol, Sorbitan Laurate, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Bis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
EmulsifyingCoceth-7
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBetaine
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-8 Stearate
Emulsifying
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract
AstringentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Diglycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolycaprolactone
StabilisingRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Cymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingSodium Magnesium Silicate
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPhaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Michelia Alba Flower Oil
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Avena Sativa Meal Extract
SoothingCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
PEG-35 Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Calcium Pantothenate
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentAesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCrithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate
Skin ProtectingPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningPvp
Emulsion StabilisingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Acetate
BufferingLysine
Skin ConditioningInositol
Humectant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Silica
Abrasive
Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Fullerenes
AntimicrobialBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicGlyceryl Arachidonate
Emollient
Glyceryl Linolenate
Emollient
Folic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Thiamine Hcl
MaskingPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polysorbate 20, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Coceth-7, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Eclipta Prostrata Extract, PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Betaine, Tromethamine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-8 Stearate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Adenosine, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Disodium EDTA, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Diglycerin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Polycaprolactone, Retinol, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, BHT, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Michelia Alba Flower Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Avena Sativa Meal Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Octyldodecanol, PEG-35 Castor Oil, Calcium Pantothenate, Maltodextrin, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate, Polyquaternium-51, Alcohol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pyridoxine Hcl, Pvp, Tocopherol, Sodium Acetate, Lysine, Inositol, Retinyl Palmitate, Linoleic Acid, Silica, Oligopeptide-1, Fullerenes, Biotin, Glyceryl Arachidonate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Folic Acid, Thiamine Hcl, Pyridoxine, Cyanocobalamin
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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.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneLecithin is a term for a group of substances found in the cell membranes of plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of phospholipids.
This ingredient has emollient and emulsifying properties.
As an emollient, lecithen helps soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can also help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin.
This is because the phospholipids in lecithin produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Depending on the source of this ingredient, lecithin may not be fungal acne safe. This is because some sources of lecithin come from soybean oil, which may feed the malassezia yeast that feeds fungal acne.
We recommend reaching out to the brand you are purchasing from to inquire about the source of their lecithin.
Some other names for this ingredient include soy lecithin and deoiled soy lecithin.
Learn more about LecithinOlea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Retinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
Learn more about Retinol
