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Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantArtemisia Montana Leaf Powder 2.1%
Exfoliating1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCordyceps Sinensis Extract
AntioxidantPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
AntioxidantScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentMethylpropanediol
SolventLigularia Fishceri Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Davurica Bud Extract
AntioxidantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingGlyceryl Polyacrylate
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeAllantoin
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Artemisia Montana Leaf Powder 2.1%, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Methylpropanediol, Ligularia Fishceri Leaf Extract, Rosa Davurica Bud Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Carbomer, Arginine, Phenoxyethanol, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingBambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantXylitol
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPhellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingArginine
MaskingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantOctyldodeceth-16
EmulsifyingSodium Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningButeth-3
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingVitex Agnus-Castus Extract
AstringentSodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningChamaecyparis Obtusa Water
MaskingCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningTributyl Citrate
SolventSoluble Collagen
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningPueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingXylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantGlucose
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingButylphenyl Methylpropional
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingParfum
MaskingWater, Centella Asiatica Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Glycerin, Xylitol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Arginine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Octyldodeceth-16, Sodium Carbomer, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Buteth-3, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Tributyl Citrate, Soluble Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Pueraria Thunbergiana Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Tocopherol, Glucose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Hexyl Cinnamal, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Parfum
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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.
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
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineButylene 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 GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Centella 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 ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractDisodium 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 EDTAGlycerin 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