What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Silica
Abrasive
Acrylates Copolymer
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingPEG-100 Stearate
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientC20-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAcrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingIsohexadecane
EmollientBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberNeopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
PPG-17
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Lactose
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingWater, Propanediol, Homosalate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, CI 77891, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Silica, Acrylates Copolymer, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl Stearate, Beeswax, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cetyl Dimethicone, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, Sorbitan Stearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, C20-22 Alcohols, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Stearic Acid, Parfum, Xanthan Gum, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tromethamine, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Isohexadecane, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 80, PPG-17, Sorbitan Oleate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Lactose, Centella Asiatica Extract, Phenethyl Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Allium Grayi Callus Culture Extract
Skin ProtectingActinidia Deliciosa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOlivine Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Grape Fruit Extract
HumectantPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Stomach Extract
HumectantCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Beeswax, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Betaine, Resveratrol, Allium Grayi Callus Culture Extract, Actinidia Deliciosa Fruit Extract, Olivine Extract, Hydrolyzed Grape Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Stomach Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol
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
Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb.
Because it forms a protective layer on your skin, it can help lock in moisture and reduce water loss. It is also widely used as a thickener and emulsifier in lip balms and lotions. Research suggests beeswax containing moisturizers can support skin barrier integrity.
In comedogenic testing, Beeswax scored a 0-2, which is on the low end. Whether or not a product clogs your pores really comes down to the formula as a whole (not any single ingredient on its own).
Cera Alba is the white, bleached form of this ingredient.
Just so you know, beeswax is not vegan since it is animal-derived. It cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
People with a known Propolis allergy also report to have reactions from beeswax.
Learn more about BeeswaxDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlyceryl Stearate is made by reacting glycerin with stearic acid (typically sourced from plant oils like palm or coconut). It's an emulsifier, emollient, and mild occlusive.
Emulsifiers help ingredients like oil and water stay mixed so your formula stays nicely blended and uniform in texture.
This ingredient is typically used in concentrations between 1-10%. Studies have found it to be non-sensitizing, non-phototoxic, and non-photoallergenic.
A close cousin of this ingredient is Glyceryl Stearate SE ("self-emulsifying"). This just has a small amount of sodium or potassium stearate added so it can emulsify without a co-emulsifier.
Since this ingredient is an ester of a C18 fatty acid, it may not be fungal acne safe. The Malassezia yeast can potentially metabolize within the C11-C24 range.
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
