What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Methylpropanediol
SolventTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCetyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycol Stearate
Emollient
Alumina
Abrasive
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Silkworm Cocoon Extract
HumectantEucommia Ulmoides Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningNarcissus Tazetta Extract
Astringent
Silk Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Triceteareth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Triethanolamine
BufferingAroma
PEG-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methylpropanediol, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Olivate, Ozokerite, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Phenyl Trimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cetyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Glycol Stearate, Alumina, Hydroxyacetophenone, Silkworm Cocoon Extract, Eucommia Ulmoides Leaf Extract, Narcissus Tazetta Extract, Silk Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Triceteareth-4 Phosphate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Allantoin, Triethanolamine, Aroma, PEG-2 Stearate, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol
Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthyl Hexanediol
SolventXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
Buffering4-Terpineol
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningBetula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Betaine, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethyl Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate, 4-Terpineol, Water
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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
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene 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 GlycolDimethicone 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 DimethiconeSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateWater. 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
