What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Isohexadecane
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Tapioca Starch
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
PEG-100 Stearate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Triacontanyl Pvp
HumectantCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingUrea
Buffering
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBHT
Antioxidant
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Niacinamide, Isohexadecane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Tapioca Starch, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxyacetophenone, PEG-100 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Olivate, Triacontanyl Pvp, Carbomer, Urea, Decyl Glucoside, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Bisabolol, Squalane, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, BHT
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propanediol
Solvent
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin Conditioning
Propylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Magnesium Sulfate
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Triethylhexanoin
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Glycerin
Humectant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientLauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantTremella Fuciformis Extract
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantPyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Zinc Oxide, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isododecane, Caprylyl Methicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Glyceryl Glucoside, Panthenol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Titanium Dioxide, Magnesium Sulfate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Tremella Fuciformis Extract, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Gluconate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Yeast Extract, Cyanocobalamin, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Beta-Glucan, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Ceramide EOP
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
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane 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 PolymethylsilsesquioxaneWater. 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
