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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C15-19 Alkane
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Yeast Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Soy Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningMyrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAsparagopsis Armata Extract
Skin ProtectingAscophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Sorbitol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Pullulan
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C15-19 Alkane, Glycerin, C10-18 Triglycerides, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C12-16 Alcohols, Propanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Palmitic Acid, Panthenol, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Yeast Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Soy Amino Acids, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucomannan, Tocopherol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Sorbitol, Butylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Pullulan, Trihydroxystearin, CI 15985, Silica
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Palm/Palm Kernel Oil PEG-6 Esters
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-100 Stearate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ribes Rubrum Fruit Extract
TonicRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentSodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopheryl Glucoside
EmollientTropolone
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Paraffinum Liquidum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Hydrogenated Palm/Palm Kernel Oil PEG-6 Esters, Triethanolamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Microcrystalline Wax, PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ribes Rubrum Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tropolone, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
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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
This ingredient is a lightweight 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. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCarbomer is a high-molecular weight polymer of acrylic acid. It is used to form gels and thicken formulas.
Due to its large molecular size, carbomer has minimal skin penetration and is considered an inert ingredient.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Learn more about CarbomerPalmitic Acid is a fatty acid naturally found in our skin and in many plant and animal sources. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It serves many purposes in skincare, acting as a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
Interestingly, topically applied Palmitic Acid can be elongated into longer chain fatty acids and ceramides. A 2019 study found low levels of Palmitic Acid lead to slower development of cells, suggesting it plays a role in keeping your skin's renewal process on track.
The CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) panel determined it safe as used in cosmetics at concentrations up to 13%. It is non-irritating and non-sensitizing in clinical studies.
The culprit behind fungal acne, the Malassezia yeast, feeds on fatty acids with carbon chain lengths between C11-C24. Palmitic Acid, at C16, falls right into that sweet spot.
In vitro studies have shown that Palmitic Acid is one of the fatty acids that induce rapid Malassezia growth in lab settings.
It's worth noting that what feeds yeast in a lab doesn't necessarily feed it on your face since formulation and your skin's chemistry play a bigger role.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidParfum 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 ParfumTriethanolamine (TEA) is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.
As an emulsifier, it prevents ingredients from separating and enhances texture by adding volume to a product.
PH adjusters are common in cosmetic products. The pH of a product can affect the effectiveness of other ingredients. A product with a high pH may also irritate the skin.
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Learn more about TriethanolamineWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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