What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSnail Egg Extract
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Isostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventHydrogenated Palm Glycerides
Emollient
Cetearyl Nonanoate
EmollientCarapa Guaianensis Oil PEG-8 Esters
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids
CleansingPotassium Olivoyl/Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Umbilical Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Diaminopropionoyl Tripeptide-33
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingLidocaine Hcl
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTripeptide-9 Citrulline
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Fructose
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Parfum
Masking
Water, Snail Egg Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Isostearyl Isostearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Cetearyl Nonanoate, Carapa Guaianensis Oil PEG-8 Esters, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids, Potassium Olivoyl/Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrolyzed Umbilical Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ceramide NP, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Diaminopropionoyl Tripeptide-33, Retinol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lidocaine Hcl, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tripeptide-9 Citrulline, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Fructose, Propanediol, Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Hydrogenated Lecithin, BHT, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Wheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydroxyproline
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Water. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
