What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Methylpropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Tromethamine
BufferingXylitol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ectoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Propanediol, Tromethamine, Xylitol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Fructan
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Meadowfoam Estolide
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantEthylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingGlyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingGlycosphingolipids
EmollientCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlucose
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Santalum Album Oil
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Ceramide NP, Beta-Sitosterol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide EOP, Fructan, Squalane, Allantoin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Linoleic Acid, Meadowfoam Estolide, Glycine Soja Sterols, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Dextrin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Behenyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Dipropylene Glycol, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sucrose Stearate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Glycosphingolipids, Cetearyl Glucoside, Ceteareth-20, Glyceryl Stearate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucose, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Santalum Album Oil, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene
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.
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 preservatives
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCarthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Due to its high fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis safe.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate is created from the diester of stearic acid and the condensation product of methylglucose and Polyglycerin-3.
As an emulsifier, it is used to bind ingredients together. Many ingredients, such as oils and water, separate naturally. Emulsifiers prevent them from separating to ensure even consistency in texture.
One of the manufacturer for this ingredient states it is vegetable-based. It is also claimed to be stable at both high and low temperatures.
This ingredient may not be safe for fungal acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose DistearateTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineWater. 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
