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Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientDiphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPrunus Avium Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Malpighia Glabra Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Serotina Fruit Extract
MaskingRaphanus Sativus Root Extract
AstringentMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Prunus Avium Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Dextrin Palmitate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Malpighia Glabra Fruit Extract, Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract, Raphanus Sativus Root Extract, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Water, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aroma
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientAroma
Saccharomyces/Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Oil Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Fraxinus Rhynchophylla Extract
Skin ConditioningRaphanus Sativus Root Extract
AstringentGlycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Stevioside
MaskingDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
CI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic Colorant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Diisostearyl Malate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Aroma, Saccharomyces/Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Oil Ferment Filtrate, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Fraxinus Rhynchophylla Extract, Raphanus Sativus Root Extract, Glycerin, Water, Citric Acid, Stevioside, Dehydroacetic Acid, Maltodextrin, CI 45410, CI 15850, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citral, Limonene
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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
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
“Aroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.”
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaCitric 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 AcidDehydroacetic Acid is fungicide and bactericide. It is used as a preservative in cosmetics. Preservatives help elongate the shelf life of a product.
Dehydroacetic Acid is not soluble in water.
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinWe don't have a description for Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer yet.
We don't have a description for Raphanus Sativus Root Extract yet.
This silica is mainly used to thicken oils and suspend particles in oils. It is not water soluble.
According to the manufacturer, it:
The manufacturer also claims this ingredient to be useful in makeup.
In lipstick formulations, this ingredient improves color payoff, reduces pigment settling, and reduces oil bleeding. This ingredient also improves the grip of powder products such as dry shampoos.
Learn more about Silica Dimethyl SilylateThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilWater. 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
