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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningHoney Extract
Humectant
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventTromethamine
BufferingPolyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polysilicone-15
UV Filter
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyether-1
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Water, Honey Extract, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Silica, Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polysilicone-15, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyether-1, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientPhenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cistus Monspeliensis Extract
MaskingHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientErgothioneine
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Nephelium Lappaceum Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingTricholoma Matsutake Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glucose
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Phosphate
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates Copolymer
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Succinate
BufferingWater, Octocrylene, Homosalate, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Silica, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dibutyl Adipate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Titanium Dioxide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cistus Monspeliensis Extract, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Ergothioneine, Ectoin, Nephelium Lappaceum Peel Extract, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Maltodextrin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Glucose, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Acrylates Copolymer, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Decyl Glucoside, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Succinate
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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.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
This ingredient has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. This ingredient works by preventing UV rays from reaching and damaging your skin.
On top of that - it is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Tinosorb S is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia. It is close to being approved by the FDA and we'll hopefully get this ingredient in the U.S. by late 2025.
Fun fact: Tinosorb S is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted in the EU.
This ingredient is oil-soluble, so your oil-cleansers will take this right off at night.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineButylene 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 GlycolDibutyl Adipate is an emollient and solvent. It is created from butyl alcohol and adipic acid.
As a solvent, Dibutyl Adipate helps mix and disperse ingredients evenly.
Dibutyl Adipate is soluble in water and organic solvents. It does not absorb UV rays.
Learn more about Dibutyl AdipateDisodium 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.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.
It is be used to thicken water-based products and create a gel-texture with a velvet feel.
One manufacturer claims this ingredient to have a pH range of 2-8 and to be biodegradable.
Learn more about Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Silica, 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 SilicaWater. 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
