What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingStearic Acid
CleansingPropanediol
SolventSqualane
EmollientSodium Chloride
MaskingPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingCitrus Tangerina Peel Extract
AstringentCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
Emulsion StabilisingCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Clementina Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Grandis Peel Extract
AstringentCitrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLitchi Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantCananga Odorata Flower Extract
PerfumingCitrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
CleansingCucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningJasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
MaskingMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Viridis Extract
MaskingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
MaskingPEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
EmulsifyingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingCocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingDisodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
CleansingTrisodium EDTA
Glycerin
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCitric Acid
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeWater, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Stearic Acid, Propanediol, Squalane, Sodium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, Citrus Tangerina Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Citrus Clementina Fruit Extract, Citrus Grandis Peel Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Litchi Chinensis Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Cananga Odorata Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Mentha Viridis Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Decyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide Mipa, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Trisodium EDTA, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingGlycerin
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningSucrose Laurate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSymphytum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
MaskingCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
MaskingSalix Alba Bark Extract
AstringentRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Tangerina Peel Extract
AstringentCitrus Grandis Peel Extract
AstringentCitrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
CleansingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
Emulsion StabilisingVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitral
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Water, Sucrose Laurate, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Symphytum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Citrus Tangerina Peel Extract, Citrus Grandis Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract comes from the common Marigold plant. This ingredient is a skin conditioner.
Marigolds contain flavonoids. Flavonoids are a group of substances found naturally in plants. They possess antioxidant and inflammation properties.
This ingredient soothes skin inflammation by inhibiting inhibiting a part of the inflammation process.
Marigolds have been used in traditional medicine throughout Asia and Europe.
Learn more about Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCitrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract is a fragrance.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract comes from the peels of the bitter orange. This orange is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly used in foods such as marmalade.
Citrus peels are often made up of mainly limonene. Limonene is a fragrance with a citrus scent. They also contain flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Citrus Grandis Peel Extract is a fragrance.
Citrus Tangerina Peel Extract comes from the citrus tangerina peel. This citrus is native to the Korean peninsula.
Citrus tangerina peel contains large amounts of Vitamin C. As an astringent, citrus tangerina peel constricts and tightens pores by drawing water out.
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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract yet.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolPyrus Malus Fruit Extract is extract from Apples. Apples are rich in Vitamin C, sugars, and antioxidants.
The sugar in Apples are humectants and help hydrate the skin. On top of that, apples also contain some acids, such as malic acid. These acids may have a mild exfoliating effect.
Last, the phytochemicals found in apples are strong antioxidants. These antioxidants help with anti-aging as they protect your skin cells against oxidative damage.
Learn more about Pyrus Malus Fruit ExtractTocopheryl 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 AcetateVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract comes from the vanilla orchid native to central America. It is a skin-soothing ingredient.
This ingredient is skin-soothing and contains polyphenols that give it antioxidant properties.
This ingredient is not known to sensitize or irritate skin (unlike Vanilla Tahitensis). Vanilla tahitensis has shown to irritate skin in low amounts.
Learn more about Vanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractWater. 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