What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamide Mea
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingAcrylates Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate
EmulsifyingAlanine
MaskingAmodimethicone
Arginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
C12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDimethicone
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Disteareth-75 Ipdi
Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Glycine
Buffering
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningHistidine
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract
Skin ConditioningIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningLaureth-23
CleansingLaureth-4
Emulsifying
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingPalmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PCA
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Phenylalanine
Masking
Polyquaternium-7
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingProline
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Threonine
Trideceth-15
EmulsifyingTrideceth-3
EmulsifyingValine
MaskingLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamide Mea, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate, Alanine, Amodimethicone, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, BHT, C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Cocamide Mipa, Coco-Glucoside, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Decyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Disteareth-75 Ipdi, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Parfum, Glyceryl Oleate, Glycine, Glycol Distearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Histidine, Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract, Isoleucine, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Lauryl Glucoside, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, PCA, Phenoxyethanol, Phenylalanine, Polyquaternium-7, Potassium Hydroxide, Proline, Serine, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Squalane, Threonine, Trideceth-15, Trideceth-3, Valine, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Limonene
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Coco-Betaine
CleansingSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingHydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Citric Acid, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Parfum, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Limonene, Disodium EDTA, Salicylic Acid, Coco-Betaine, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf 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.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium 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 EDTAGlycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateLauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
This ingredient is a surfactant, making it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other pollutants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Other names for this ingredient include "Lauryl Polyglucose", "Lauryl glycoside", and "D-Glucopyranoside".
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosideLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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.
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
