What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSodium Isethionate
CleansingHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sorbitol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Potassium Benzoate
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Arachidic Acid
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
Antimicrobial
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coconut Acid, Propanediol, Stearic Acid, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Isethionate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Salicylic Acid, Sorbitol, Butylene Glycol, Parfum, Potassium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Arachidic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Myristic Acid, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Oleic Acid, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Madecassoside
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Serine
Masking
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingUndecane
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingTridecane
Perfuming
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Trisodium EDTA
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingAnthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Carnitine
CleansingCholesterol
Emollient
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMelaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Serine, Triethylhexanoin, Undecane, Butylene Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sclerotium Gum, Tridecane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Behenyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Trisodium EDTA, Arachidyl Glucoside, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Arginine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Citric Acid, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Dimethicone, Ceramide NP, Carnitine, Cholesterol, Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid, Stearic Acid, Carbomer, Melaleuca Alternifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Glucose, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 GlycolCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol 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 PropanediolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidWater. 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
