What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polysilicone-15
UV Filter
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Phenethyl Benzoate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Methylpropanediol
SolventIsododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Silica
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Cetearyl Olivate
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPoly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientDecyl Glucoside
Cleansing
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSphingomonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Persica Leaf Extract
Emollient
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingMentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract
TonicDiospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin Protecting
Prunus Persica Flower Extract
MoisturisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Water, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polysilicone-15, CI 77891, Niacinamide, Phenethyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Methylpropanediol, Isododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cetearyl Olivate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, C12-16 Alcohols, Decyl Glucoside, CI 77492, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Palmitic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, CI 77491, Adenosine, Cellulose Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Prunus Persica Leaf Extract, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Prunus Persica Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Ascorbic Acid
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Iron Oxides
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Silica, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
