What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentPisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Propanediol, Allantoin, Polysorbate 20, Chlorphenesin, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cyclodextrin, Pisum Sativum Extract, Parfum, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
Castor Isostearate Succinate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Sinensis Peel Extract
Perfuming
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Maltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polysilicone-11
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Perfluorooctyl Triethoxysilane
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Castor Isostearate Succinate, Propanediol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citrus Sinensis Peel Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Caprylyl Methicone, Polysilicone-11, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 20, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Perfluorooctyl Triethoxysilane, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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 CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinPolysorbate 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 20Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium 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 HyaluronateTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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
