What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic Colorant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Diisostearyl Malate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Persea Gratissima Oil, CI 77891, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77007, CI 77491, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Betaine
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Polyurethane-15
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Cholesterol
Emollient
Calcium Titanium Borosilicate
Abrasive
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Butyl Avocadate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingEnantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Spiraea Ulmaria Extract
AstringentPunica Granatum Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Niacinamide, Betaine, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Glycereth-26, Polyurethane-15, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ceramide NP, Triethylhexanoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Adenosine, Parfum, Squalane, Phospholipids, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Disodium EDTA, Cholesterol, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Phytosphingosine, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Dextrin, CI 77891, CI 77491, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 60, Disodium Phosphate, CI 19140, Tin Oxide, Panthenol, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Butyl Avocadate, Sodium Phosphate, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract, Tocopherol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Oleanolic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
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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.
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 preservatives
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Ethylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinHydrogenated Polydecene is a synthetic emollient. It forms a non-occlusive film on the skin's surface to provide a silky feel without being greasy.
In vivo studies in volunteers with atopic and dry skin showed no irritation or intolerance. The volunteers also saw a positive effect in dryness, scaling, and roughness after 28 days of use.
Concentrations up to 100% in guinea pig tests found it to be non-sensitizing and completely safe for use in cosmetics.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is hyaluronic acid (HA) that is broken down into lower molecular weight fragments.
It's a humectant that pulls and holds water in the skin to help with hydration, plumpness, and reduce transepidermal water loss.
Because hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid is smaller in size, it can slip past your outermost layer of skin more easily than full-sized HA.
Most formulations will combine all sizes to get the best of both worlds.
Typical usage levels range from 0.01-1%. Any percentage higher than 2% might become goopy and tacky.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidParfum 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 Parfum
