What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Surfactant
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantAcrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Potassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingLauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingErythritol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Glycosyl Trehalose
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingAroma
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Centella Asiatica Extract, Potassium Cocoate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Erythritol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Glycosyl Trehalose, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Aroma, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Poloxamer 407
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
PEG-8
HumectantDisodium EDTA
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium PCA
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water
MaskingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingXylitylglucoside
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Extract
Masking
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Water, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Poloxamer 407, Chlorphenesin, PEG-8, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium PCA, Salicylic Acid, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Hexylene Glycol, Capryloyl Glycine, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Xylitylglucoside, Propylene Glycol, Decylene Glycol, Pelargonium Graveolens Extract, Bisabolol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
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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.
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPhenoxyethanol 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.
Salicylic 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, itβs 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!
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