What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Silica
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Isohexadecane
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Pantolactone
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, CI 77891, Niacinamide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Propanediol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Hydroxyacetophenone, Isohexadecane, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Parfum, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Trideceth-6, Adenosine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Oleate, Disodium EDTA, Pantolactone, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantLauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Sulfate
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glyceryl Tribehenate/Isostearate/Eicosandioate
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantNylon-12
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Betaine
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Methyl Trimethicone, Zinc Oxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, CI 77492, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Tribehenate/Isostearate/Eicosandioate, CI 77491, Nylon-12, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica, Betaine, Stearic Acid, CI 77499, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Caffeine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
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 SilicaSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateWater. 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
