What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract 88%
Skin ProtectingButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycereth-26
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningDiethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventBetaine
HumectantPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
MaskingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
MaskingSolanum Lycopersicum Seed Oil
EmollientPunica Granatum Seed Oil
EmollientMangifera Indica Seed Oil
EmollientCitrus Paradisi Seed Oil
PerfumingTocopherol
AntioxidantVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract 88%, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Betaine, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Solanum Lycopersicum Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventBetaine
HumectantDipropylene Glycol
HumectantHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantHydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantCoptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney Extract
HumectantDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantSucrose
HumectantDisodium EDTA
Parfum
MaskingWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Butylene Glycol, T-Butyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Honey Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sucrose, Disodium EDTA, Parfum
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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
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPanthenol 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 PanthenolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Parfum