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Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantOryza Sativa Powder
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Hull Powder
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Betaine
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Acetophenone
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Oryza Sativa Powder, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Oryza Sativa Hull Powder, 1,2-Hexanediol, Beeswax, Synthetic Wax, Stearic Acid, Betaine, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Palmitic Acid, Sorbitan Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Acetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Oryza Sativa Powder
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Acrylates Copolymer
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Aspergillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningButylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oryza Sativa Powder, Glycol Distearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Acrylates Copolymer, Oryza Sativa Extract, CI 77891, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Cetearyl Glucoside, Carbomer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Polyacrylate, Butylene Glycol, Glucose, Aspergillus Ferment, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal
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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
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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 GlycerinOryza Sativa Extract comes from the rice grain, Oryza sativa. Rice extract has wound healing, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties.
Rice grains contain numerous antioxidants which may help with anti-aging, such as vitamin E. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radical molecules. Unstable free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and accelerate signs of aging.
A study from 2002 found rice to help increase the rate of wound healing. The same study found an improvement of skin barrier function in the patients after taking rice baths.
Numerous in-vitro studies have found rice water to help decrease sun damage by increasing collagen production and inhibiting the process of tyrosinase.
Long story short- tyrosinase is an enzyme that controls melanin production. Our bodies start producing melanin (AKA tanning) when exposed to UV radiation to protect against damage. Rice water is found to partially block this process.
Though more research is needed on rice's ability to help with UV protection, recent studies seem promising.
Wondering why rice is hydrating? The protein in rice have emollient properties. Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in, keeping your skin moisturized.
Some rice extract may have mildly-exfoliating properties. These are mainly limited to Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran and Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Powder.
This rice was first cultivated in China over 10,000 years ago. Many cultures throughout Asia have used rice water on skin and hair for centuries.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa ExtractOryza Sativa Powder is created by grinding dried seeds of rice, Oryza Sativa.
It is used to add volume and increase the thickness of a product. This ingredient may also have mildly exfoliating properties.
Rice contains numerous antioxidants which may help with anti-aging, such as vitamin E.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa PowderSodium Polyacrylate is the sodium salt of polyacrylic acid. It is used as an absorber, emollient, and stabilizer.
This ingredient is a super-absorbent polymer - meaning it can absorb 100 to 1000 times its mass in water. As an emollient, Sodium Polyacrylate helps soften and soothe skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Water. 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 Water
