What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Mel
EmollientPropolis Cera
AntiseborrhoeicLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Emulsion Stabilising
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Glucose
Humectant
CI 40800
Cosmetic ColorantLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Water, Propanediol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Mel, Propolis Cera, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract, Parfum, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Maltodextrin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Chlorphenesin, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Glucose, CI 40800, Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Coumarin
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-37
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientLauryl Glucoside
CleansingDivinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingLaureth-9
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingC12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingDimethiconol
Emollient
Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
MaskingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAcetic Acid
BufferingSodium Acetate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Parfum, Cetrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Persea Gratissima Oil, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Dimethicone, Amodimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyquaternium-37, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Lauryl Glucoside, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, C11-15 Pareth-7, Laureth-9, Glycerin, Trideceth-12, C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Dimethiconol, Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone, Trideceth-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Oleate, Sodium Hydroxide, Acetic Acid, Sodium Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal
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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.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneParfum 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 ParfumPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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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