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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingIsopentyldiol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Citrate
BufferingDextrin
AbsorbentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCoptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Mannitol
Humectant
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sh-Decapeptide-5 Sp
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Water, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Isopentyldiol, 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Dextrin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Malt Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Maltodextrin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Mannitol, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sh-Decapeptide-5 Sp, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
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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.
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.
When found in aqueous solutions, mannitol tends to become acidic. This is because it loses a hydrogen ion. This is why mannitol can often be found with pH adjusting ingredients, such as sodium bicarbonate.
Fun fact: Mannitol can be found in foods as a sweetener. It can be naturally found in mushrooms, algae, fruits, and veggies.
Learn more about MannitolThis ingredient is derived from caprylic and capric acids. It is an emulsifier with emollient properties.
According to the manufacturer, it is hydrophilic and soluble in aqueous solutions (water). They also state this ingredient is stable in a medium pH range (~5 - 8).
As an emulsifier, it helps make oils and oil-soluble ingredients more soluble in water.
Learn more about PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric GlyceridesWater. 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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