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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingParfum
Masking
Citrus Paradisi Juice
Perfuming
Histidine
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Ecklonia Radiata Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Menthol
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Xylenesulfonate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Parfum, Citrus Paradisi Juice, Histidine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ecklonia Radiata Extract, Mentha Piperita Oil, Menthol, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Sodium Benzoate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
Sea Salt
Abrasive
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Water
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Carica Papaya Fruit Juice
HumectantLauryl Betaine
CleansingAnanas Sativus Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningActinidia Arguta Juice
EmollientChondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Juniperus Communis Wood Oil
Perfuming
Menthol
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Juice
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Sea Salt, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Water, Parfum, Propylene Glycol, Carica Papaya Fruit Juice, Lauryl Betaine, Ananas Sativus Fruit Juice, Actinidia Arguta Juice, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Juniperus Communis Wood Oil, Menthol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Juice, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This essential oil is steam-distilled from peppermint leaves, also known as peppermint oil. It's mainly used for scent in skincare but also provides that signature "cooling" sensation.
Peppermint oil is a "feels amazing" ingredient until it doesn't.
At higher doses or for those with sensitive skin, methol-type cooling can quickly turn into burning/irritation. It can also trigger irritant dermatitis or even allergic contact dermatitis. In a large patch-test dataset, peppermint oil had a low but positive rate for this.
In cosmetics, Cosmetic Safety Reviews (CIR) concludes that peppermint oil is safe to use when formulated to be non-sensitizing with some restrictions; for instance, pulegone, a naturally occurring component of peppermint oil, should not exceed 1%.
Since peppermint oil contains fragrance allergens such as limonene, linalool, and menthol, it can be sensitizing for those with rosacea, eczema, a broken skin barrier, or just sensitive skin in general.
In Japan, this ingredient is known as Hakka Yu.
Learn more about Mentha Piperita OilMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholParfum 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 ParfumPropylene Glycol is a synthetic, colorless, odorless liquid that has been a staple in cosmetics for decades. It is a skin conditioning agent, humectant, and solvent.
As a humectant, it draw water to the skin to reduce flaking and restore suppleness. It's also a solvent that helps dissolve other actives and keeps formulas stable across temperature changes.
The CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be nontoxic and clinical studies show no sensitization at cosmetic use concentrations.
True allergic reactions are quite rare: a 15-year retrospective study of 6,751 patients found only 0.31% had a positive reaction (and less than half were considered clinically relevant).
It seemed that when sensitization does occur, it's most commonly linked to topical medication (like corticosteroids) and not cosmetics. Allergic contact dermatitis also appears largely limited to individuals with underlying skin conditions.
Overall, propylene glycol is a well-studied ingredient that most people can tolerate without issue.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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