What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAzelaic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Zingiber Officinale Rhizome Extract
AntimicrobialMandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Coleus Forskohlii Root Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Zinc Methionine
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingOctadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Tetrahydropiperine
Skin ConditioningSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMethylisothiazolinone
Preservative
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Azelaic Acid, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Cetearyl Olivate, Salicylic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Zingiber Officinale Rhizome Extract, Mandelic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Coleus Forskohlii Root Oil, Glyceryl Laurate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trideceth-6, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Zinc Methionine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tetrahydropiperine, Sodium Gluconate, Potassium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Decylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Methylisothiazolinone, CI 77288
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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.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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!
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