What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventButylene Glycol
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSaccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate
HumectantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSaccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate
HumectantMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
MaskingMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAmber Powder
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract
AstringentBrassica Oleracea Italica Sprout Extract
EmollientAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
MaskingLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
MaskingSalvia Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, 1,2-Hexanediol, C13-15 Alkane, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Amber Powder, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Sprout Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Salvia Officinalis Extract
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientBeeswax
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Castor Oil
EmollientHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
EmollientCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPantolactone
HumectantSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantAmber Powder
Water
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
PerfumingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Linoleic Polyglycerides, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Beeswax, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Pantolactone, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Amber Powder, Water, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
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
We don't have a description for Amber Powder yet.
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 GlycolCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract is also known as Ivy Gourd Fruit Extract. It has skin conditioning properties.
Corallina Officinalis Extract is from the red seaweed, Corallina Officinalis. This seaweed is found all over the world but is most common in the rocky shores of Great Britain and Ireland.
Corallina Officinalis Extract contains antioxidant and emollient properties.
Extracted polysaccharides, galactose and xylose, in red algae showed antioxidant activity. Antioxidants help with anti-aging by neutralizing free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA. Galactose is also a PHA.
Corallina Officinalis is structurally similar to coral due to its high calcium content.
Learn more about Corallina Officinalis ExtractCurcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.
Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.
The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. This property has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera plant. It is more commonly known as Moringa seed oil.
Moringa seeds have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin hydrating properties. These seeds are rich in oils, proteins, monounsaturated fats, and tocopherols.
As an emollient, moringa seed oil helps trap moisture in the skin by creating a film on top. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Many compounds in moringa seed oil are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. These compounds include Vitamin E. , catechins, ferulic acid, and more.
Another compound found in Moringa seed oil is oleic acid.
Moringa trees are native to the Himalayan mountains.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Moringa Oleifera Seed OilOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.
Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. This gives it skin brightening and soothing properties.
While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.
One thing to note is the presence of tannins; tannins are naturally found in nature. However, this compound may be skin-sensitizing.
Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolWe don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract yet.
Water. 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