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Hydrolyzed Collagen 65.23%
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Collagen 65.23%, Propanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Glyceryl Stearate, Tromethamine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Water, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Lactobacillus/Collagen Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Olivate
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Betaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Althaea Rosea Root Extract
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIsopentyldiol
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Sucrose Palmitate
EmollientSodium Surfactin
CleansingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPerilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicAcorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/Collagen Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Pentylene Glycol, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Ceramide NP, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbitan Stearate, Propanediol, Betaine, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Althaea Rosea Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-11, Hexapeptide-9, Tripeptide-1, Allantoin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Isopentyldiol, Arginine, Sucrose Palmitate, Sodium Surfactin, Adenosine, Caprylyl Glycol, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
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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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetearyl 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 PropanediolWater. 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
