What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Palmitate
CleansingDiglycerin
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingIllite
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-32
HumectantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rhamnose
HumectantVerbascum Thapsus Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Kaolin, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Sodium Palmitate, Diglycerin, Salicylic Acid, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Illite, Mica, PEG-32, CI 77288, CI 77492, Beta-Glucan, Phenoxyethanol, Centella Asiatica Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Propylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Parfum, Menthyl Lactate, Niacinamide, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Rhamnose, Verbascum Thapsus Extract
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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.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSalicylic 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. Stay hydrated!
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