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Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantSodium Laureth Sulfate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSorbitol
HumectantCoco-Betaine
CleansingPEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
EmulsifyingAcrylates Copolymer
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
CleansingOrchid Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePEG-3 Distearate
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
MaskingTromethamine
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientTrilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingMenthoxypropanediol
MaskingCoconut Acid
CleansingTetrasodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
HumectantLauric Acid
CleansingLinalool
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingHyaluronic Acid
HumectantPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningLimonene
PerfumingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingTropaeolum Majus Extract
AntimicrobialSodium Benzoate
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sorbitol, Coco-Betaine, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Orchid Extract, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-3 Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Tromethamine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Menthoxypropanediol, Coconut Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Lauric Acid, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hyaluronic Acid, Polyquaternium-51, Limonene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Tropaeolum Majus Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantTilia Cordata Flower Water
MaskingPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningAcacia Concinna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSaponins
CleansingBisabolol
MaskingGypsophila Paniculata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract
RefreshingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingSodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingSorbic Acid
PreservativeLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingFarnesol
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingWater, Butylene Glycol, Tilia Cordata Flower Water, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Panthenol, Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract, Saponins, Bisabolol, Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Linalool, Limonene, Farnesol, Geraniol
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 GlycolGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolLimonene 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 LinaloolPhenoxyethanol 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 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 BenzoateWater. 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