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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStyrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Silica
Abrasive
Laureth-2 Benzoate
EmollientSorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantUltramarines
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Laureth-2 Benzoate, Sorbitol, Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids, Caprylyl Glycol, Coconut Acid, Sodium Chloride, Tocopherol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Mica, Ultramarines, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Polymethacrylate
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Sorbitol
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate
Cleansing
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPolymethyl Methacrylate
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Alcohol Denat., Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Polymethacrylate, Silica, Sorbitol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide NP, Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Ammonium Hydroxide, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCi 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolWe don't have a description for Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer yet.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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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