What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantDecyl Cocoate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
EmulsifyingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Squalane
EmollientMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
EmulsifyingSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingGlucose
HumectantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingFructooligosaccharides
HumectantFructose
HumectantTromethamine
BufferingSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSilica
AbrasiveSodium Phytate
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
CleansingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Glyceryl Glucoside
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Decyl Cocoate, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Squalane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glucose, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Tromethamine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Sodium Phytate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Glucoside, Tocopherol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Mica, CI 77891, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialButylene Glycol
HumectantCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningLauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Niacinamide
SmoothingSodium Chloride
MaskingCetyl Dimethicone
EmollientPEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
EmulsifyingPEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
StabilisingCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropanediol
SolventPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantStearic Acid
CleansingSodium Benzoate
MaskingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientParfum
MaskingAcrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin ConditioningTriethyl Citrate
MaskingPolysilicone-11
Potassium Sorbate
PreservativeTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Myristoyl Glutamate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantDisodium EDTA
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingAdenosine
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientIsopropyl Myristate
EmollientIsostearic Acid
CleansingLecithin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingKappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
HumectantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientHibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Flower Extract
MoisturisingWater, Methyl Trimethicone, CI 77891, Dimethicone, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl Dimethicone, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propanediol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, CI 77492, Stearic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Diisostearyl Malate, Parfum, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Triethyl Citrate, Polysilicone-11, Potassium Sorbate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77491, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Adenosine, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77499, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Prunus Persica Flower Extract
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene 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 GlycolCi 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 77891Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.
Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.
Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan SesquioleateStearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum