What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingVp/Va Copolymer
Glycerin
Humectant
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Oleth-3
EmulsifyingOleth-5
Emulsifying
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingGlycol Stearate
Emollient
Oleth-20
CleansingPEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
Oleth-10 Phosphate
Oleth-3 Phosphate
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
PEG-90m
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Achillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hypericum Perforatum Extract
AntimicrobialLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingThymus Serpyllum Extract
Skin ConditioningTussilago Farfara Flower Extract
AstringentUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Salvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLaurtrimonium Chloride
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Citral
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Microcrystalline Wax, Ozokerite, Vp/Va Copolymer, Glycerin, Isopropyl Myristate, Paraffin, Oleth-3, Oleth-5, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Glycol Stearate, Oleth-20, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Oleth-10 Phosphate, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Parfum, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-90m, Phenoxyethanol, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Hypericum Perforatum Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Thymus Serpyllum Extract, Tussilago Farfara Flower Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Panthenol, Sodium Benzoate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Silica, Citral, Tocopherol, BHT, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPetrolatum
Emollient
Oleth-20
CleansingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Oleth-3
EmulsifyingOleth-5
Emulsifying
Oleth-10 Phosphate
Oleth-3 Phosphate
Vp/Va Copolymer
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
Triethanolamine
BufferingParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPEG-45m
HumectantBenzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Laurtrimonium Chloride
Emulsifying
BHT
Antioxidant
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Propylene Glycol, Ozokerite, Petrolatum, Oleth-20, Paraffinum Liquidum, Oleth-3, Oleth-5, Oleth-10 Phosphate, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Vp/Va Copolymer, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Triethanolamine, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, PEG-45m, Benzophenone-4, Silica, Isopropyl Alcohol, Laurtrimonium Chloride, BHT, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, CI 42090, CI 19140
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTLaurtrimonium Chloride is a preservative.
We don't have a description for Oleth-10 Phosphate yet.
Oleth-20 comes from oleyl alcohol. It is an emulsifier that helps reduce surface tension of dirt and pollutants to be washed away.
The 20 stands for the average number of ethylene oxide units.
Oleth-3 comes from oleyl alcohol. It is an emulsifier that helps reduce surface tension of dirt and pollutants to be washed away.
The 3 stands for the average number of ethylene oxide units.
Oleth-3 Phosphate is created from phosphoric acid and Oleth-3.
It is used as an emulsifier to prevent ingredients from separating.
Oleth-5 comes from oleyl alcohol. It is an emulsifier that helps reduce surface tension of dirt and pollutants to be washed away.
The 5 stands for the average number of ethylene oxide units.
Ozokerite is a naturally occuring mineral wax. In cosmetics, ozokerite is used as a texture enhancer.
Ceresin wax is derived from this ingredient.
The melting point of ozokerite is 58-100 C.
Ozokerite is found all over the world including Scotland, the US, and India.
Learn more about OzokeriteParfum 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 ParfumPEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate isn't fungal acne safe.
This ingredient is derived from caprylic and capric acids. It is an emulsifier with emollient properties.
According to the manufacturer, it is hydrophilic and soluble in aqueous solutions (water). They also state this ingredient is stable in a medium pH range (~5 - 8).
As an emulsifier, it helps make oils and oil-soluble ingredients more soluble in water.
Learn more about PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric GlyceridesPhenoxyethanol 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.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaWe don't have a description for Vp/Va Copolymer yet.
Water. 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
