What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
C13-15 Alkane
SolventMel
EmollientPropolis Cera
AntiseborrhoeicSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Castor/Olive Oil Esters
Emollient
Gamma-Docosalactone
Skin ConditioningUndecane
EmollientHydrogenated Farnesene
EmollientMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningPolyester-37
Skin ConditioningVp/Va Copolymer
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingC15-19 Alkane
SolventIsopentyldiol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzaldehyde
Masking
Polycitronellol Acetate
Tridecane
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Rose Ketone-4
Perfuming
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
Masking
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Behentrimonium Chloride, C13-15 Alkane, Mel, Propolis Cera, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Castor/Olive Oil Esters, Gamma-Docosalactone, Undecane, Hydrogenated Farnesene, Maltodextrin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Polyester-37, Vp/Va Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, C15-19 Alkane, Isopentyldiol, Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzaldehyde, Polycitronellol Acetate, Tridecane, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Coumarin, Rose Ketone-4, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Mica, Tin Oxide, CI 77491, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingAcrylic Acid/Vp Crosspolymer
Polyquaternium-11
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPolyquaternium-70
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantHydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientGlyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Acrylic Acid/Vp Crosspolymer, Polyquaternium-11, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Panthenol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polyquaternium-70, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Limonene, Linalool, Citral
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Parfum 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 SorbatePropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
