What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isododecane
EmollientDiphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Trioctyldodecyl Citrate
EmollientPolyurethane-1
Disiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate
EmollientBis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer Ethylcarbamate
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisononanoate
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIsododecane, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Polyurethane-1, Disiloxane, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer Ethylcarbamate, Alcohol, Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisononanoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glucomannan, Trihydroxystearin, Dicalcium Phosphate, CI 15850, CI 42090, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 19140, CI 77891
Isododecane
EmollientBis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer Ethylcarbamate
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMica
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningEthyl Vanillin
MaskingDicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantTmp Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingParaffin
Skin Conditioning
Isododecane, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer Ethylcarbamate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Mica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Alcohol, Water, Ethyl Vanillin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Laureth-4, Tin Oxide, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 15850, CI 15985, CI 19140, CI 42090, CI 45410, Tmp Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cera Microcristallina, Paraffin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is also called ethanol or ethyl alcohol. It is denatured, meaning made undrinkable for cosmetic use.
In formulas, it:
Is it bad for your skin?
The answer comes down to concentration. Patch and wash studies have found highly concentrated alcohol-based hand rubs (60-100%) cause less barrier disruption than washing with a basic detergent like SLS. The only measurable effect in these studies was a temporary dip in skin hydration.
Concentrations below 12-15% in leave-on cosmetics is generally well-tolerated. Concentrations above start to see increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and reduced hydration.
In concentrations about 58%, it creates temporary channels in your skin's lipid layers to become more permeable and allow other ingredients to slip through easily.
This ingredient can be up to 80% of the formula in alcohol-based perfumes.
Overall, this ingredient is probably harmless if found lower down an ingredients list but worth side-eyeing if it's high up (especially if your barrier is already struggling).
Alcohol can worsen dry skin, eczema, and oily skin, especially at higher concentrations. This is because it can increase transepidermal water loss and decrease hydration to disrupt the skin barrier.
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
True allergic contact dermatitis to ethanol is uncommon, but be sure to patch test if you have dry or sensitive skin.
Learn more about AlcoholBis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/Ipdi Copolymer Ethylcarbamate is a type of silicone.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 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 77891This ingredient is a mineral salt of calcium and phosphate. It is mainly used as a mild abrasive and sometimes used to add opacity to a formula.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
The chemical name for this ingredient is 2,2,4,6,6-PENTAMETHYLHEPTANE.
Learn more about Isododecane
