What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTapioca Starch
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Nylon-12
C9-12 Alkane
SolventDistarch Phosphate
AbsorbentAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract
AstringentSalicylic Acid
Masking
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Water, Tapioca Starch, Isopentyldiol, Nylon-12, C9-12 Alkane, Distarch Phosphate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Saccharide Isomerate, Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Triheptanoin, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Citric Acid, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPropanediol
Solvent
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningC9-12 Alkane
SolventCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Fomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingMalic Acid
Buffering
Acetyl Zingerone
Antioxidant
Zea Mays Kernel Extract
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract
AstringentCydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Chromium Oxide Greens
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantDilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Water, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Isoamyl Laurate, Silica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891, Propanediol, Triheptanoin, C9-12 Alkane, Coconut Alkanes, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fomes Officinalis Extract, Malic Acid, Acetyl Zingerone, Zea Mays Kernel Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Zinc PCA, Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract, Cydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Sorbitan Olivate, Chromium Oxide Greens, CI 77288, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Mica, Tin Oxide, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
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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.
Butylene 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 GlycolC9-12 Alkane is synethically created using alkanes, or paraffins. It is added to products as a solvent. This means its main purpose is to help dissolve ingredients and create even texture.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCastor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateWe don't have a description for Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer yet.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Propanediol 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 Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWe don't have a description for Triheptanoin yet.
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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
