What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water
TonicWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyether-1
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientPEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
HumectantInositol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Coconut Alcohol
EmollientErythritol
Humectant
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Pyridinedicarboxylic Acid
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Leaf Cell Culture Powder
Skin ProtectingPterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
EmollientRehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningVerbascum Thapsus Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Extract
AstringentGanoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingPolygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningNonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Lysimachia Vulgaris Extract
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentArginine/Lysine Polypeptide
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Phytosteryl Oleate
Skin ConditioningPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sophora Flavescens Root Extract
Antioxidant
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Oil/Wax Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
2-Tert-Butylcyclohexanol
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water, Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Polyether-1, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Inositol, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Coconut Alcohol, Erythritol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Pyridinedicarboxylic Acid, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Cell Culture Powder, Pterocarpus Marsupium Bark Extract, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Verbascum Thapsus Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Nonapeptide-1, Lysimachia Vulgaris Extract, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide, Bisabolol, Carnosine, Adenosine, Phytosteryl Oleate, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Carbomer, Arginine, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Urea, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Phospholipids, Jojoba Oil/Wax Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, 2-Tert-Butylcyclohexanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningC15-19 Alkane
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCalcium Gluconate
HumectantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Pentylene Glycol, C15-19 Alkane, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Gluconolactone, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Benzoate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract, Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPanthenol 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 PanthenolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but itâs technically not; itâs a hydrocarbon, meaning itâs only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term âoil-freeâ isnât regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. Itâs worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skinâs lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
