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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Anisate
AntimicrobialParfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Glycine Soja Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Isoamyl Laurate, Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Levulinate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Anisate, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Citronellol
Zea Mays Starch
Absorbent
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Viola Odorata Oil
Masking
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Masking
Santalum Album Oil
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Zea Mays Starch, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil, Viola Odorata Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Santalum Album Oil, Citronellol, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Parfum, Geraniol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. It has emollient and skin conditioning properties that help soften skin and reinforce the lipid barrier.
The fatty acid profile of argan oil is roughly 45-55% oleic acid, 28-36% linoleic acid, 10-15% palmitic acid, and 5-7% stearic acid. It also contains vitamin E, sterols, squalene, and polyphenols like ferulic acid.
Two clinical studies in postmenopausal women found that applying argan oil for 60 days significantly improved skin elasticity and moisturization (reduced transepidermal water loss and increased epidermal water content).
Since it is high in oleic and linoleic acid, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. Both of these fall in the C11-C24 range that Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilThis ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is a plant-derived extract from the nuts of the Africa shea tree and one of the most well-studied emollients.
Because it has a high concentration of fatty acids (primarily oleic, stearic, and linoleic) it is able to form a protective barrier on the skin's surface. This helps seal in moisture and prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
In vitro research found an increase in skin hydration by 58% and a decrease in TEWL by 37.8% after 24 hours of applying this ingredient (pretty impressive for a single ingredient!).
Besides hydration, shea butter also contains triterpenes that have anti-inflammatory potential. In particule, lupeol cinnamate has shown the highest anti-inflammatory activity in vivo.
Shea butter also contains vitamins A and E which may contribute to antioxidant activity.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because its fatty acids fall within the C11-C24 range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolLimonene 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 Parfum
