What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Amodimethicone
Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone
Polyquaternium-11
Polyquaternium-16
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
C11-15 Pareth-5
EmulsifyingC11-15 Pareth-9
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Acetic Acid
BufferingDecylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberAcid Violet 43
Limonene
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Wine Extract
Antioxidant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Potassium Metabisulfite
Preservative
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Amodimethicone, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Polyquaternium-11, Polyquaternium-16, Parfum, Citric Acid, C11-15 Pareth-5, C11-15 Pareth-9, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetic Acid, Decylene Glycol, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Acid Violet 43, Limonene, Coumarin, Wine Extract, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Metabisulfite
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Citric Acid
Buffering
Acid Violet 43
Parfum
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningWine Extract
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Triethylene Glycol
Masking
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
MaskingMethylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Magnesium Nitrate
Magnesium Chloride
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Potassium Metabisulfite
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Citric Acid, Acid Violet 43, Parfum, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Wine Extract, Propylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, Triethylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Silk, Sodium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Magnesium Nitrate, Magnesium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Metabisulfite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
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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.
We don't have a description for Acid Violet 43 yet.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Metabisulfite is a preservative.
Propylene Glycol is a synthetic, colorless, odorless liquid that has been a staple in cosmetics for decades. It is a skin conditioning agent, humectant, and solvent.
As a humectant, it draw water to the skin to reduce flaking and restore suppleness. It's also a solvent that helps dissolve other actives and keeps formulas stable across temperature changes.
The CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be nontoxic and clinical studies show no sensitization at cosmetic use concentrations.
True allergic reactions are quite rare: a 15-year retrospective study of 6,751 patients found only 0.31% had a positive reaction (and less than half were considered clinically relevant).
It seemed that when sensitization does occur, it's most commonly linked to topical medication (like corticosteroids) and not cosmetics. Allergic contact dermatitis also appears largely limited to individuals with underlying skin conditions.
Overall, propylene glycol is a well-studied ingredient that most people can tolerate without issue.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterWine extract is derived from Vitis vinifera. It contains antioxidant polyphenols.
Lab studies using wine-derived extracts show antioxidant activity and "anti-agin" signaling effects in skin cells. Some well-studied polyphenols, such as resveratrol, have shown photoprotective effects in preclinical skin research.
