What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingDi-C12-15 Alkyl Fumarate
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSteareth-21
CleansingAspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningBetula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientSaccharomyces Lysate Extract
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride
Antioxidant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Maleate
Antioxidant
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Trehalose
Humectant
Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPantethine
EmollientLinolenic Acid
Cleansing
Oryzanol
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Polyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Masking
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2%, Water, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Steareth-2, Di-C12-15 Alkyl Fumarate, Polysilicone-11, Pentylene Glycol, Steareth-21, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride, Cholesterol, Phospholipids, Maltodextrin, Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Maleate, Cyclodextrin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Trehalose, Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid, Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Pantethine, Linolenic Acid, Oryzanol, Lecithin, Squalane, Linoleic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Urea, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, Isopropyl Myristate, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Carbomer, Tromethamine, Stearyl Alcohol, Pvp, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polyquaternium-51, Carbomer, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Sorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Benzyl Salicylate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 10%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 5%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Sd Alcohol 40-B
Astringent
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantZea Mays Starch
AbsorbentPolybutylene Glycol/PPG-9/1 Copolymer
Skin ConditioningErythritol
Humectant
C30-45 Alkyl Methicone
Emollient
PEG-150
HumectantTrehalose
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Pyrus Malus Fruit Water
MaskingCitrus Depressa Peel Extract
HumectantC30-45 Olefin
Skin ConditioningCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingTrisodium EDTA
Bis-Butyldimethicone Polyglyceryl-3
Cleansing
Polyester-1
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Polysilicone-2
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Iron Oxides
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.3%, Homosalate 10%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, Water, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Methicone, Silica, Glycerin, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Zea Mays Starch, Polybutylene Glycol/PPG-9/1 Copolymer, Erythritol, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, PEG-150, Trehalose, Sodium Chloride, Pyrus Malus Fruit Water, Citrus Depressa Peel Extract, C30-45 Olefin, Cellulose Gum, Trisodium EDTA, Bis-Butyldimethicone Polyglyceryl-3, Polyester-1, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Alcohol, Polysilicone-2, Sodium Metabisulfite, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Mica
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButylene 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 GlycolEthylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.
As a humectant, trehalose helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Due to its antioxidant properties, trehalose may help with signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, unstable molecules that may damage your skin.
In medicine, trehalose and hyaluronic acid are used to help treat dry eyes.
Some animals, plants, and bacteria create trehalose as a source of energy to survive freeze or lack of water.
Learn more about TrehaloseWater. 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 WaterThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
