What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Caprylyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Polyglutamate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Lecithin
Emollient
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Acrylates Copolymer
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingUndecylenoyl Glycine
CleansingCetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Caprylyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Polyglutamate Crosspolymer, Glycol Distearate, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide NP, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Lecithin, Saccharide Isomerate, Trehalose, PEG-150 Distearate, Acrylates Copolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Titanium Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningAcrylates Copolymer
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingBetaine
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Cucumis Sativus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Straw Extract
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXylitol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Phoenix Dactylifera Seed Extract
MoisturisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Soyethyl Morpholinium Ethosulfate
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Water, Acrylates Copolymer, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Betaine, Sodium PCA, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Extract, Avena Sativa Straw Extract, Persea Gratissima Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xylitol, Glucose, Anhydroxylitol, Phoenix Dactylifera Seed Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Panthenol, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium Gluconate, Tocopherol, Hyaluronic Acid, Soyethyl Morpholinium Ethosulfate, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Glyceryl Glucoside
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerCeramide AP is formally known as Ceramide 6.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide NP
Ceramide EOP
Ceramide AS is formally known as Ceramides 4 and 5.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramide EOP is formally known as Ceramide 1 and Ceramide 1 A.
EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin. They bind dead skin cells together to create a barrier. The ceramides in our skin have the ability to hold water to keep our skin hydrated.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A strong skin barrier helps with:
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Learn more about Ceramide EOPCeramide NS is formally known as Ceramide 2. It is one of the major ceramides in the stratum corneum (outermost layer of skin) plays a role in forming a protective barrier.
Due to its structure, skin lipids can be packed tightly and in turn, this strengthens the barrier and reduces water loss.
Studies show conditions like atopic dermatitis can worsen when ceramide NS levels are low.
Learn more about Ceramide NsWe don't have a description for Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide yet.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLaminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.
Many studies show the antioxidant components of Laminaria Digitata to help with anti-inflammation.
This ingredient is rich in amino acids, proteins, sugars, and vitamins. Small amounts of minerals such as phosphorous, iron, potassium, and copper are also found the seaweed.
These components help hydrate and nourish your skin's natural barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more youthful looking skin and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Laminaria Digitata is found in the northern Atlantic Ocean.
What's the difference between algae and seaweed?
Algae is a broad term that includes seaweed. Not all algae is seaweed.
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.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
