What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Rheum Palmatum Root Extract
AstringentAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Honey
Humectant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propanediol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Alcohol, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Chlorphenesin, Salicylic Acid, Rheum Palmatum Root Extract, Allantoin, Honey, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Parfum, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentParfum
Masking
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
Abrasive
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Isomalt
HumectantEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Callicarpa Japonica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Lycium Barbarum Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Squalane, Dimethicone, Sodium Citrate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Sclerotium Gum, Behenyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Mica, Arachidyl Glucoside, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Butylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Parfum, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract, Tin Oxide, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Isomalt, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Callicarpa Japonica Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lecithin, Lycium Barbarum Callus Culture Extract, Polysorbate 20, CI 17200
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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.
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 AllantoinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinGlycerin 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 GlycerinParfum 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 ParfumPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.
It is be used to thicken water-based products and create a gel-texture with a velvet feel.
One manufacturer claims this ingredient to have a pH range of 2-8 and to be biodegradable.
Learn more about Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolWater. 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
