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Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientMethylpropanediol
SolventCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Cyclopentasiloxane
EmollientTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantPEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPolyglycerin-10
HumectantBis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeTrilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingAllantoin
Skin ConditioningCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
SmoothingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningTripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningDurvillaea Antarctica Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPearl Extract
AntioxidantChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningStephania Tetrandra Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract
HumectantMentha Piperita Extract
CleansingCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveAlumina
AbrasiveDimethicone
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Water
TonicPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingGlutathione
Propanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantTocopherol
AntioxidantScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
AntioxidantLeptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Methylpropanediol, CI 77891, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Polyglycerin-10, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Parfum, Allantoin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Chlorphenesin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Tripeptide-1, Durvillaea Antarctica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pearl Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Stephania Tetrandra Root Extract, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica, Alumina, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glutathione, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Panthenol
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Betaine
HumectantSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentEthylhexyl Stearate
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Isododecane
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialPolysorbate 80
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingPanthenyl Ethyl Ether
Ceteareth-6
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Nymphaea Alba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
HumectantLilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingSyringa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
MaskingSaussurea Involucrata Extract
HumectantGossypium Herbaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Panthenol, CI 77891, Cyclopentasiloxane, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Betaine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Polysilicone-11, Isododecane, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Polysorbate 80, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Ceteareth-6, Parfum, Beta-Glucan, Disodium EDTA, Nymphaea Alba Root Extract, Propylene Glycol, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Syringa Vulgaris Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Saussurea Involucrata Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum Extract
Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
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 PropanediolTriethoxycaprylylsilane 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 TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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