What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Undecane
EmollientSodium Chloride
MaskingLauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Portulaca Pilosa Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Swertia Chirata Extract
HumectantCetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Tridecane
Perfuming
Propylene Carbonate
SolventLecithin
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Isostearate
CleansingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cera Microcristallina, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Propanediol, Undecane, Sodium Chloride, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Squalane, Persea Gratissima Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Portulaca Pilosa Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Swertia Chirata Extract, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tridecane, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Isostearate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sucrose Cocoate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
C12-16 Alcohols
EmollientJojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Isosorbide Dicaprylate
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tetrapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pantolactone
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Boswellia Serrata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Squalene
Emollient
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Skin ConditioningColloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Dunaliella Salina Extract
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Mel Extract
MoisturisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Medicago Sativa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPhytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingMyristyl Myristate
Emollient
Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer
EmollientHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 75810
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C10-18 Triglycerides, Glycerin, Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, C12-16 Alcohols, Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters, Octyldodecanol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Palmitic Acid, Isosorbide Dicaprylate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Tetrapeptide-14, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pantolactone, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Tocopherol, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Panthenol, Squalene, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Colloidal Oatmeal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Mel Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Medicago Sativa Seed Extract, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Phytosterols, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Myristyl Myristate, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, CI 75810
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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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is hyaluronic acid (HA) that is broken down into lower molecular weight fragments.
It's a humectant that pulls and holds water in the skin to help with hydration, plumpness, and reduce transepidermal water loss.
Because hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid is smaller in size, it can slip past your outermost layer of skin more easily than full-sized HA.
Most formulations will combine all sizes to get the best of both worlds.
Typical usage levels range from 0.01-1%. Any percentage higher than 2% might become goopy and tacky.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium 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.Â
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 Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateTocopherol 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 TocopherolTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is used to help stabilize a product.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it helps prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This prevents unwanted reactions in products. Metal ions can come into a product via the water ingredient. They are found in trace amounts and are not known to be harmful.
Water. 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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