What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAlisma Orientale Tuber Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingPoria Cocos Sclerotium Extract
AstringentCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Gelatin
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentApium Graveolens Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Brassica Oleracea Capitata Juice
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Brassica Rapa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSolanum Lycopersicum Fruit
EmollientIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Amodimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Citric Acid, Isopropyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Dimethicone, Trideceth-12, Panthenol, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caramel, Butylene Glycol, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Alisma Orientale Tuber Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract, Ceramide NP, Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Gelatin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Apium Graveolens Extract, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Juice, Oryza Sativa Extract, Brassica Rapa Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Trideceth-10
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialThymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Alba Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientZiziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Cetrimonium Chloride, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Trideceth-10, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Origanum Vulgare Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, CI 19140, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinStar anise extract is used to add a scent to a product. It has a similar smell to black licorice.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumWater. 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
