What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
No benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Stearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingC30-50 Alcohols
EmulsifyingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Polybutene
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyethylene, Stearyl Dimethicone, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Microcrystalline Wax, Ozokerite, C30-50 Alcohols, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polybutene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica
Vinyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientMethyl Perfluorobutyl Ether
SolventVinyldimethyl/Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Cyclohexasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyethylene, Ozokerite, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 15850, Iron Oxides, CI 77742, CI 77891, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Methyl Perfluorobutyl Ether
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeOzokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.
The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.
Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.
Learn more about OzokeritePolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
