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Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingHamamelis Virginiana Water
AstringentSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAlcohol
AntimicrobialEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
PerfumingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
MaskingMentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingLinalool
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingWater, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Alcohol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Maltodextrin, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
CleansingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantMandelic Acid
AntimicrobialCitric Acid
BufferingIsopentyldiol
HumectantMaltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid
MaskingLactic Acid
BufferingTrifolium Pratense Flower Extract
AstringentGarcinia Mangostana Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Lavandula Angustifolia Herb Oil
PerfumingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMentha Viridis Leaf Oil
AstringentPogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
MaskingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingWater, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Mandelic Acid, Citric Acid, Isopentyldiol, Maltodextrin, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Disodium EDTA, Lavandula Angustifolia Herb Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
Limonene 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 LinaloolMaltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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