What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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
Astringent
Allantoin
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 ConditioningPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glutathione
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Sebacic Acid
BufferingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Junos Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
Masking
Actinidia Chinensis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Skin Extract
Antioxidant
Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Salicylic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, DMDM Hydantoin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glutathione, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sebacic Acid, Allantoin, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Seed Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Skin Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Parfum
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 moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineParfum 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 ParfumSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
