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Ingredients Side-by-side
Alcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialParfum
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberLimonene
PerfumingCoumarin
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingHydroxycitronellal
PerfumingBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingBenzophenone-3
UV AbsorberEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV AbsorberButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV AbsorberGeraniol
PerfumingCitral
PerfumingAlcohol
AntimicrobialTris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate
StabilisingIsoeugenol
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingCinnamal
PerfumingBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingBHT
AntioxidantBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 60730
Cosmetic ColorantAlcohol Denat., Parfum, Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Limonene, Coumarin, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzophenone-3, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Geraniol, Citral, Alcohol, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, Isoeugenol, Citronellol, Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, BHT, Benzyl Benzoate, CI 14700, CI 19140, CI 60730
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantDimethicone
EmollientPolyacrylamide
Trilaureth-4 Phosphate
EmulsifyingC13-14 Isoparaffin
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingLaureth-7
EmulsifyingCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
AntioxidantTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeLimonene
PerfumingCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantLinalool
PerfumingSilica
AbrasiveTin Oxide
AbrasiveCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Polyacrylamide, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Laureth-7, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Mica, Linalool, Silica, Tin Oxide, CI 77491, CI 77891
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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.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumWater. 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!
Learn more about Water