What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Disodium EDTA
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientWater, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Alcohol, Propanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, CI 77891, Dimethicone, Trehalose, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, CI 77492, CI 77288, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77007, Xanthan Gum, Niacinamide, Disodium EDTA, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Illite
Abrasive
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentHectorite
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentArtemisia Scoparia Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Powder
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Powder
Abrasive
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Phytate
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Succinic Acid
BufferingWater, Kaolin, Illite, Dipropylene Glycol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Hectorite, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Montmorillonite, Artemisia Scoparia Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Powder, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Powder, Xanthan Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Phytate, Panthenol, Succinic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene 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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractGlycerin 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 GlycerinWater. 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
