What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Isostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10
Skin Conditioning
Polyisobutene
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPullulan
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingOenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Water, Glycerin, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Hexyl Laurate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Phytosterols, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-10, Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Pullulan, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 80, Tocopherol, Sodium Benzoate, Hydrogenated Lecithin
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-24
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
EmollientJasminum Sambac Leaf Cell Extract
Masking
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningTamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Emulsion Stabilising
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Poria Cocos Extract
Skin ConditioningPhragmites Communis Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSodium Oleate
CleansingGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sodium Phytate
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Isostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Citrate
BufferingBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingFructose
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningMalic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Limonene
Perfuming
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Oligopeptide-24, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Squalane, Caffeine, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Jasminum Sambac Leaf Cell Extract, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Phragmites Communis Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Sodium Oleate, Glycine Soja Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Phytate, Maltodextrin, Isostearyl Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Fructose, Isohexadecane, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus, Malic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Limonene, Potassium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This 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 TriglycerideCitric 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 AcidDimethicone 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 DimethiconeGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
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.
We don't have a description for Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate yet.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateTocopherol (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 skin’s 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
